Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Llandeilo; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD & development opportunities

Refer-a-friend bonus

Workplace pension

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work in a welcoming secondary school in Carmarthenshire, helping pupils with additional learning needs reach their potential. You will support learners 1:1 and in small groups, assisting with academic, social, and emotional development.

Welsh-speaking candidates are welcomed though not essential; a DBS is required or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Ability to provide two professional references.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Help learners access the curriculum and stay on task.
• Provide positive behaviour and emotional support.
• Work alongside teachers and pastoral teams.
• Encourage pupil confidence, independence and engagement.
• Support pupils both inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Patient

Caring

Approachable

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to work within a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Carmarthenshire, helping mainstream pupils who require additional support to achieve their full potential.

This successful and inclusive school serves a large local community and prides itself on creating a positive environment where all learners can thrive. The role will involve supporting pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including autism, ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH), moderate learning difficulties and pupils who may need extra encouragement to engage in lessons.

Working closely with teaching staff, you'll play a key role in helping pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally whilst building their confidence and independence.

Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
Helping learners access the curriculum and stay on task
Providing positive behaviour and emotional support
Working alongside teachers and pastoral teams
Encouraging pupil confidence, independence and engagement
Supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom

We're seeking individuals who are:

Patient, caring and approachable
Passionate about supporting young people
Resilient and confident in managing challenges positively
Strong communicators who can build positive relationships
Team players who can work collaboratively with school staff
Welsh-speaking candidates are welcomed, though this is not essential

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• A genuine interest in supporting pupils with additional learning needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
• Ability to provide two professional references
• Right to work in the UK

Competitive pay rate of £14.25 per hour
Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella deductions
Dedicated local consultant support throughout your placement
Free and discounted CPD and professional development courses
Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
Access to a range of schools across the area
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Workplace pension scheme

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference to the lives of young people, we'd love to hear from you.

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.
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