Primary Learning Support Assistant - Help Kids Thrive

Academics; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday pay included

Supportive schools network

Guidance from consultant

Flexible opportunities

Job summary

Academics is working with a well-established primary school in Monmouthshire that is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant from September 2026.

You will provide additional support to pupils who may need a little more help with their learning or confidence in the classroom. You may work with individual pupils as well as small groups, helping with areas such as phonics, reading, writing and maths.

Qualifications

• Experience with children in a school or similar setting.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum (phonics, reading, writing and maths).
• Ability to adapt activities for individual pupils and small groups.
• Calm, patient and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication with pupils and staff.
• Good organisation and classroom management.

Responsibilities

• Provide additional support to pupils who may need extra help.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups.
• Support phonics, reading, writing and maths activities.
• Collaborate with the class teacher to tailor strategies.
• Encourage pupils to participate in lessons and become more independent.

Skills

Experience with children

Phonics support

Reading support

Maths support

Classroom management

Communication skills

Patience

Education

Enhanced DBS Update Service

EWC registration

Tools

DBS Update Service

EWC registration

Job description

Academics is working with a well-established primary school in Monmouthshire that is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant from September 2026.

You will provide additional support to pupils who may need a little more help with their learning or confidence in the classroom. You may work with individual pupils as well as small groups, helping with areas such as phonics, reading, writing and maths.