Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time (part-time can be arranged for the right candidate)
Are you looking for a rewarding role in education where you can make a real difference?
GSL Education are currently recruiting a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming school located in Poole, Dorset, starting in September. This role is particularly suitable for university students or graduates seeking hands-on experience in education.
About the Role:
The successful candidate will work alongside teaching staff to provide academic and behavioural support to students who may require additional help within the classroom. You will contribute significantly to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that fosters progress and confidence in every pupil.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of learning needs.
- Assist teachers with lesson planning, resource preparation, and classroom organisation.
- Promote student engagement, behaviour management, and emotional wellbeing.
- Track student progress and report concerns or improvements to teaching staff.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom culture for all learners.
- Provide personal care or additional support where necessary (training provided if required).
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in an educational or care setting is preferred.
- University students are also encouraged to apply, particularly those with aspirations in education, psychology, youth work, or social care.
- A genuine interest in supporting children’s learning and development.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students and staff.
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and positive under pressure.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.82.
- Valuable school-based experience for future education professionals.
- Dedicated support from experienced consultants.
- Welcoming school environment focused on staff and student wellbeing.
If you're motivated to support young people and make a difference in their educational journey, this could be the ideal opportunity to begin or continue your career in education.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Learning Support Assistant (LSA)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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