Learning Support Assistant

Thornden School, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 2DW

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  November/December 2026 (subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks)

• Closing date

  21 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  14 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Term time, part time: 22.92 hours per week, Monday-Thursday (08:50-14:55 (Wednesdays 08:15-14:55) Term time only (39 weeks) - - we will also consider applications for other part-time working hours (please specify)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: HCC Pay Scale B (FTE £25,615 - £25,958) (Actual for 22.92 hrs £13,631 - £13,813)

What skills and experience we're looking for

About the role:

As an LSA, you will support students in class, lead small groups and work with individuals who may have learning, physical, sensory, behaviour or communication difficulties.

We are seeking professional individuals who:

• Have a good understanding of how children learn
• Have a proven track record of supporting children with a variety of academic, physical, emotional and behavioural needs
• Have a positive, caring manner, with high aspirations for the achievements of all students
• Are creative, committed and inspirational
• Build positive relationships with children and adults

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer you:

• A positive working environment focused on staff well-being, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour
• Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to a fantastic Employee Assistance Programme

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

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.
We are committed to equality of opportunity throughout all stages of the recruitment process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.

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.

LSA JD - Oct 2026.pdf - 157 KB (opens in new tab)

LSA PS - Oct 2026.pdf - 160 KB (opens in new tab)

About Thornden School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1440 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Thornden School website
• Email address: hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/thornden-school-eastleigh

Thornden is a school where staff, students and parents feel valued. We have a warm community spirit that enables individuals to develop their own talents and abilities, whilst taking the opportunity to try something new and different, without the fear of failure. We have superb teachers and support staff, who take pride in their work and their achievements. They have passion for their subject and an enthusiasm in ensuring that all children in their care reach their full potential.

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