Job description
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
Salary: £12.82 per hour
Start: September 2025
Contract: Full-time
GSL Education are inviting applications for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) role for joining a welcoming mainstream primary school in Bournemouth, ideal for those passionate about inclusive education and keen to support young learners in mainstream primary schools.
In this vital classroom-based role, you will provide targeted support to children within a mainstream primary school, helping pupils achieve their learning goals and feel confident in the classroom. Working under the guidance of class teachers and SENCOs, you’ll contribute to a nurturing and engaging environment for all learners.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide classroom support across a range of subjects and learning activities.
- Assist with small group work and 1:1 support for pupils who may require additional guidance.
- Promote inclusion and help foster a positive learning atmosphere.
- Aid in classroom preparation and behaviour management as directed by teaching staff.
- Liaise with teachers and other staff to monitor pupil progress and development.
- Encourage pupils’ personal development, confidence, and independence.
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience in a Learning Support, Teaching Assistant, or similar role.
- Understanding of learning difficulties and SEN needs, including Speech and Language Delays, Autism, and ADHD.
- Uni students are encouraged to apply.
- Individuals with experience supporting children in educational or care settings
- Enthusiastic candidates eager to contribute to pupils’ development and wellbeing.
- 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 pay rate of £12.82 per hour.
- Personalised support from your dedicated GSL consultant.
Apply Now!
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on children’s learning, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application today for the Learning Support Assistant role in Bournemouth and take the next step in your educational journey with GSL 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.