Learning Support Assistant & MDSA

Long-term Teachers Ltd; Calne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency seeks a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to help SEN students in a dynamic school environment. This role supports children's emotional and academic growth while offering a balanced work-life structure with part-time hours. Join us to make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

24/7 access to a UK GP

Discounts and offers worth hundreds of pounds

Statutory employment rights

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with SEN needs is essential.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches in education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to SEN and pupil premium students.
• Supervising and ensuring a safe lunchtime experience.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Experience working with children with SEN needs

Job description

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Learning Support Assistant & Midday Supervisor / SEN Teaching Assistant - SN11

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? My client is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to support SEN and pupil premium students in a nurturing and dynamic school environment. This role offers the chance to play a vital part in helping children overcome barriers to learning and thrive both inside and outside the classroom. This role is available on a fixed-term contract until March 2026.

Why You Should Apply

• Work in a welcoming and supportive school that values teamwork and inclusion.
• Make a real impact on SEN pupils, helping them reach their full potential.
• Enjoy a varied role that includes both classroom support and lunchtime supervision.
• Term-time working hours (19 hours LSA + 5 hours MDSA) for a great work-life balance.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing tailored support to SEN and pupil premium students across the school.
• Working closely with teachers and the SENCO to implement learning strategies.
• Supporting students with their emotional and academic development through structured interventions.
• Supervising and ensuring a safe and engaging lunchtime experience as a Midday Supervisor.
• Communicating effectively with staff and parents to support each child's progress.

About You

• Be able to do the job as described.
• Previous experience working with children with SEN needs is essential.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches in education is desirable.
• Excellent communication and liaison skills to collaborate effectively with staff and families.
• A compassionate, patient, and adaptable approach to working with children.

How To Apply

We’d love to see your CV, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send me an email to [emailprotected] and tell me why you’re interested. Or, if you do have a CV ready, apply here!

Working with Long-term Teachers:

We are an independent agency working with Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Special Schools.

LTT was founded with the aim of creating a genuine, transparent and straightforward service to help candidates secure their next role. We place a huge emphasis on delivering an exceptional service where you will be supported, listened to and valued throughout.

Your dedicated consultant will invest time to understand your experience, skill-set and what your ideal role looks like. You will have frequent updates with your progress through compliance, applications for specific roles as well as additional roles which we feel may be of interest to you.

We are proud to have the highest standard of compliance in achieving the REC audited status. Working with us means you will get the very best support and guidance through the clearance process from your own specific point of contact from our in-house compliance team.

In addition to the above we also offer:

• Agency Worker Regulations
• Interview preparation advice and support
• Support and counselling through a confidential helpline
• 24/7 access to a UK GP, including consultations and prescription delivery
• Discounts and offers worth hundreds of pounds
• Statutory employment rights, such as; sick pay, holiday pay, maternity and paternity pay