SEMH Learning Support Assistant

Winchester, Hampshire

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and making a real difference?

Teaching Personnel are looking for an experienced SEMH LSA available Monday – Friday to support KS1 and KS2 students in a vibrant primary school based in Winchester from September 2026.

You must have previous experience supporting primary children with additional needs to be considered for this role.

Pay: £92.63 a day.

Temporary position with the view to go permanent for the right individual.

We’re Looking For:

• A caring individual who is supportive and patient.
• Previous experience working with young children in an SEMH setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resilient and strong behaviour management skills.
• A proactive and positive attitude.
• Willingness to adapt whilst under pressure.

Requirements:

• An enhanced child only DBS on the update service or willing to obtain one.
• Two contact references from most recent employers covering the last 24 months.
• An up to date CV outlining career history from education.
• Up to date CPD safeguarding training or willing to complete this.
• Proven experience working with SEMH children.

Teaching Personnel Benefits:

• Full pension scheme and contributions.
• £50 referral bonus scheme.
• Temp to perm hire period.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Dedicated consultant to guide you through the onboarding.
• Ongoing support and guidance from Teaching Personnel's dedicated team.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives and education.

If you are seeking a new position within the Winchester area, we would love to hear from you!

Please apply via the link provided.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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