Learning Support Assistant
TeacherActive Ltd
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Job summary
TeacherActive is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for an independent special day school in Shaftesbury, caring for pupils aged 5 to 19 with complex needs. The role is full-time and long-term temporary, requiring a reliable driver to travel to site.
You will help pupils access learning, manage individual needs and engage positively with school life, building strong relationships and staying patient and proactive throughout the day.
Qualifications
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND/SEN or complex needs.
- Experience working with children or young people with learning challenges.
- Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
- Patient, resilient and supportive approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils aged 5 to 19 to access learning and engage with school life.
- Help pupils manage individual needs and barriers to learning.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborate with staff to monitor progress and wellbeing.
Skills
Job description
Do you have experience supporting children and young people with SEND and complex needs?
Are you a patient and resilient Learning Support Assistant who can help young people overcome barriers to learning?
Are you a driver who can reliably travel to a specialist school setting?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with an independent special day school in Shaftesbury for young people aged 5 to 19 with complex needs and learning challenges. The school provides a supportive specialist environment focused on helping pupils engage with their education and develop their confidence and independence.
The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term temporary basis. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils aged 5 to 19, helping them access learning, manage their individual needs and engage positively with school life.
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND / SEN or complex needs
- Experience working with children or young people with learning challenges
- A full UK driving licence and access to transport
- A patient, resilient and supportive approach
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils
- A flexible and proactive attitude
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £14.25 to £15.50 an hour Hours: Full-time Location: SP7 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 16 Oct 2026 Closing date: 15 Nov 2026
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Shaftesbury
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour
Do you have experience supporting children and young people with SEND and complex needs?
Are you a patient and resilient Learning Support Assistant who can help young people overcome barriers to learning?
Are you a driver who can reliably travel to a specialist school setting?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with an independent special day school in Shaftesbury for young people aged 5 to 19 with complex needs and learning challenges. The school provides a supportive specialist environment focused on helping pupils engage with their education and develop their confidence and independence.
The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term temporary basis. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils aged 5 to 19, helping them access learning, manage their individual needs and engage positively with school life.
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND / SEN or complex needs
- Experience working with children or young people with learning challenges
- A full UK driving licence and access to transport
- A patient, resilient and supportive approach
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils
- A flexible and proactive attitude
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
- A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process
- CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
- Market leading rates of pay
- TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident
Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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