Learning Support Assistant New

Supply Hive; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Supply Hive is seeking Learning Support Assistants to join our team and support primary schools across Cardiff from September 2026. You will work closely with teachers to help create a positive environment where children feel supported, included and confident in their learning.

duties include supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups, assisting with activities and resources, and helping children stay focused during lessons while building positive relationships in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience in schools or education
• Experience in nurseries or childcare
• Experience in youth work
• Experience in sports coaching
• Experience in holiday or activity clubs
• Experience in ALN/SEN support
• Volunteering with children or young people

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 or in small groups.
• Assist the class teacher with activities and resources.
• Help children stay focused and engaged during lessons.
• Support pupils during group work, outdoor activities and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with children and provide a supportive presence in the classroom.

Job description

We're currently looking for Learning Support Assistants to join our team and support primary schools across Cardiff from September 2026. What does a Learning Support Assistant actually do? No two days are ever quite the same! You'll work closely with teachers and other staff to help create a positive environment where children feel supported, included and confident in their learning. Some of the things you may be involved in:

• Supporting pupils with their learning, either 1:1 or as part of a small group.
• Helping the class teacher with activities, resources and general classroom support.
• Working with children who may need some extra help to stay focused and engaged during lessons.
• Supporting pupils during different parts of the school day, including group work, outdoor activities and transitions between lessons.
• Building positive relationships with children and becoming a supportive presence in the classroom.

This role could suit you if you've previously worked in...

• Schools or education
• Nurseries or childcare
• Youth work
• Sports coaching
• Holiday or activity clubs
• Support or care work
• Mentoring
• Residential settings
• ALN/SEN support
• Volunteering with children or young people