Job description
Part-time Learning Support Assistant – Basingstoke, Hampshire
Are you a patient and enthusiastic individual looking to support students in their learning journey within a secondary school setting?
A secondary partner school of GSL Education in Basingstoke is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team ASAP/September 2025. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £85 to £90 per day, depending on experience and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the classroom by supporting children in small groups, helping them reach their full potential. A permanent contract is available following a successful probation period.
About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will work alongside the class teacher to provide targeted support to students in small group settings. Your role will involve helping pupils understand and complete their classwork, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment, and supporting the educational and emotional development of the students you work with.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and maintaining a productive classroom environment.
- Work with small groups of students to reinforce learning objectives.
- Offer academic and emotional support tailored to the individual needs of pupils.
- Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
- Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and confidence.
- Contribute to planning and reviewing pupil progress as required.
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with young people in an educational setting is desirable.
- A calm, caring, and flexible approach to supporting children’s learning.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A willingness to work collaboratively with teachers and support staff.
- A full and updated CV (covering the last ten years with no unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
What’s on Offer?
- A part-time position with the potential for a permanent contract.
- The chance to make a real impact on the educational journey of secondary school students.
- A supportive and welcoming school environment.
- Continuous guidance from a dedicated consultant.
If you are a compassionate and motivated individual with a genuine passion for supporting students in their education, apply today for this Learning Support Assistant role in Basingstoke!
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’ 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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