Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to support primary-aged pupils with SEND/SEN needs at a specialist school near Weston-super-Mare. This full-time, on-site role offers consistent classroom support, helping pupils engage with learning and manage SEMH/SEND needs on a daily basis.

You will join a supportive team, with a driving licence and access to transport, and benefit from market-leading rates of pay and ongoing CPD opportunities through the My-Progression channel.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND / SEN.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs.
• Confidence working with primary-aged pupils.
• A full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• A patient, resilient and supportive approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent classroom support for primary-aged pupils.
• Help pupils engage with learning and manage SEMH/SEND needs.
• Support pupils to stay focused and engaged during lessons.
• Collaborate with teachers and other staff to implement learning plans.

Skills

SEND experience

SEMH experience

Primary-aged pupils

Full UK driving licence

Patient and resilient

Relationship building

Job description

Do you have experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH needs?

Are you confident supporting primary-aged pupils with their social, emotional and learning needs?

Are you a driver who can reliably travel to a specialist school setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist co-educational day school near Weston-super-Mare, supporting learners with special educational needs and a particular focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. The school provides a supportive environment where primary-aged pupils can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis, Monday to Friday, with an immediate start. The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with primary-aged pupils, providing consistent classroom support, helping pupils engage with learning and supporting them to manage their individual SEMH and SEND needs.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND / SEN


• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs


• Confidence working with primary-aged pupils


• A full UK driving licence and access to transport


• A patient, resilient and supportive approach


• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

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.

Learning Support Assistant

Company: TeacherActive Ltd

Salary: £14.25 to £15.50 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: BS23

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 16 Oct 2026

Closing date: 15 Nov 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant

Location: Weston-super-Mare

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour

Do you have experience supporting children with SEND or SEMH needs?

Are you confident supporting primary-aged pupils with their social, emotional and learning needs?

Are you a driver who can reliably travel to a specialist school setting?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist co-educational day school near Weston-super-Mare, supporting learners with special educational needs and a particular focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs. The school provides a supportive environment where primary-aged pupils can develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis, Monday to Friday, with an immediate start. The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with primary-aged pupils, providing consistent classroom support, helping pupils engage with learning and supporting them to manage their individual SEMH and SEND needs.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND / SEN


• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH needs


• Confidence working with primary-aged pupils


• A full UK driving licence and access to transport


• A patient, resilient and supportive approach


• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff

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.

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.

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