Learning Support Assistant

Supply Staff Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Staff Ltd is seeking a caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support students in Gloucestershire. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting learning and social development, and helping create an inclusive classroom environment.

The position offers a daily pay rate of £95 - £110, with DBS on Update Service preferred or willingness to apply, and safeguarding requirements observed across schools in Gloucestershire.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or similar role is desirable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience and empathy when working with students with additional needs.
• Willingness to learn and participate in relevant training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Must meet standard UK school safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA).
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Help students develop their learning, communication and social skills.
• Monitor and report on student progress to teachers.
• Work closely with teachers, parents and specialists to support individual needs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and empathy

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: Gloucestershire

Job Type: Full-Time Long Term (5 days a week), Day to Day Supply

Pay Rate: £95 - £110 per day

Job Overview: Supply Staff Ltd is seeking caring and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) for schools across Gloucestershire. This role is ideal for an LSA who wants to provide academic, social and emotional support to students with additional needs. As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will assist teachers in supporting students with learning difficulties or disabilities and help create an inclusive classroom environment where every student can access their education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA).
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom activities.
• Help students develop their learning, communication and social skills.
• Monitor and report on student progress to teachers.
• Work closely with teachers, parents and specialists to support individual needs.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) or similar role is desirable.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Patience and empathy when working with students with additional needs.
• Willingness to learn and participate in relevant training.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Must meet standard UK school safeguarding requirements.

Why Supply Staff Ltd

• Reliable daily pay in line with framework rates.
• A dedicated local consultant who supports you through your placements.