Learning Support Assistant

Testwood School, Southampton, Hampshire, SO40 3ZW

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  31 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Part time: Permanent - 32.5 hours per week/term-time only - 39 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Actual salary: £19,332 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are delighted to be seeking an enthusiastic LSA to join our school. You will become an important part of our Learning Support department.

We are looking to appoint a friendly, conscientious and dedicated person with a good sense of humour to join our hardworking and supportive team. You will be working with individuals, small groups and in class, supporting the learning needs of our students.

The role will involve working with pupils of all ages and abilities, so the ability to be flexible and adaptable is essential. A commitment to continuing professional development is also important.

You will need a good standard of general education and be prepared to be flexible and committed to working as part of a team, a team who are committed to making a difference to student learning and development.

Previous experience in a similar role, specifically supporting students with SEN needs is desirable but not essential.

What the school offers its staff

Personalised professional Development Programme

Dedicated Staff Welfare Support

Additional paid lunchtime duties for all staff

Free onsite parking and daily staff refreshments

Cycle to Work Scheme

Maternity Support Scheme

Tax free Childcare Vouchers

Engagement in Tech Scheme

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Testwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and
young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this
commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other
relevant pre-employment checks.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Testwood Recruitment Pack - LSA Oct 26.docx - 5.41 MB (opens in new tab)

LSA-Level-1-DEC-07.pdf - 189 KB (opens in new tab)

About Testwood School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 820 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Testwood School website
• Email address: ldear@testwoodschool.co.uk
• Phone number: 023 8086 2146
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/testwood-school

Testwood School

Testwood School has proudly served the community of Totton and Calmore for nearly eighty years and is highly regarded by it. Consequently, there are very strong links between the community and the school; some of our students are the fourth generation of their family to be educated at Testwood. During this time the school has developed into a strong community of students and staff, where students can learn in a supportive and caring environment. Our school ethos is summed up as ‘Every Child, Every Step, Every Day’.

Testwood is a ‘Good’ school but we are not complacent about the challenges that we face in meeting the changing needs of the community we serve and ensuring that all of our students attain highly, are fully prepared to take ambitious steps into their futures, and make a positive contribution to their communities.

The school is located in the town of Totton, which is close to Southampton and on the edge of the New Forest National Park and has excellent transport links.

Arranging a visit to Testwood School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email ldear@testwoodschool.co.uk.

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