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Learning Support Assistant (ASD)

Location: Rochester, Kent
Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract: Full-time 
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to work alongside teachers in supporting pupils’ learning and development. This role is suitable for working with children who may require additional support to reach their full potential, including those with learning difficulties, behavioural challenges, or other additional needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a positive difference in pupils’ educational experience.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups

Assisting teachers in delivering differentiated learning activities

Encouraging engagement, confidence, and independent learning

Supporting positive behaviour and emotional development

Helping with personal care where required

Working collaboratively with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for candidates who:

Have experience working with children in school or care settings

Are patient, empathetic, and resilient

Have strong communication and teamwork skills

Are flexible, reliable, and enthusiastic

Hold a relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) or are willing to work towards one

Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

Opportunities to work across schools in Rochester and Kent

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Competitive rates of pay

Free training in safeguarding, learning support strategies, and professional development

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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