Learning Support Assistant
REF: SENPLOY/229908
Education ⫽ Teaching Assistant Jobs
Winchester, Hampshire
£90 per day
Temp to Perm, Full time
8.30 am to 2.55pm - term time only
Desirable Skills
Proactiveness Resilience Empathy Compassion Confidence
Job description
Looking to make a difference in a young person's life?
Whether you're a graduate, sports coach, youth worker, care worker or simply someone who wants to make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Quokka Education is supporting one of Hampshire's top 10 secondary schools in Winchester to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to join their dedicated SEND team.
No previous school experience is required. What matters most is your attitude, empathy and willingness to support young people to achieve their potential.
What you'll gain through Quokka Education
Alongside your placement, you'll receive:
- Experience days before you begin
- Free CPD modules to strengthen your classroom skills
- Practical classroom toolkits and SEND training
- Ongoing guidance and regular check-ins
- Opportunities to progress into teacher training through our partner schools
We recruit people with the right attitude and provide the confidence and knowledge before you step into the classroom.
What you'll be doing
- Supporting students with additional learning needs in lessons
- Working 1:1 and with small groups
- Building positive, consistent relationships with young people
- Supporting behaviour and emotional regulation
- Working closely with teachers, pastoral staff and the SEND team
You'll play a key role in helping students grow in confidence, independence and achieve their potential.
Who this role suits
- Graduates considering a career in education
- Sports coaches
- Youth workers
- Residential care workers
- Anyone passionate about making a difference to young people's lives
You'll need GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
Role Details
- Full-time
- Term time only
- September 2026
- 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity
- 8:25am - 2:55pm
- Salary: £17,197-£17,427 (pro rata)
Refer a Friend
Know someone who would be a great fit?
Refer a friend to Quokka Education and receive £100 once they complete 10 days of work.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding always comes first.
All applicants will be vetted in line with DfE guidance, including an enhanced DBS check and an online search as part of the recruitment process.
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