Term-Time Learning Support Assistant - Inclusion & Welfare

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Henstridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Nailsea, North Somerset. The role supports students with additional educational needs within the classroom and alongside the Student Welfare team.

You will work closely with teachers to implement adaptive teaching strategies, helping pupils access the curriculum and build confidence across academic, social, and emotional development. This is a term-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
• Experience working with children or young people in a school context.
• Good ICT skills and comfortable with classroom tech.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Calm, resilient and flexible approach.
• Positive attitude to motivate students to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Providing classroom support for identified students with additional educational needs.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver adaptive teaching strategies.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in lessons.
• Support students to stay engaged, motivated and confident.
• Assist pupils during break and lunchtime as required.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with colleagues per procedures.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school and Student Welfare team.

Skills

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Experience with children

ICT skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience/Calm demeanor

Motivation to help students

Education

GCSE or equivalent (English & Maths)

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Nailsea, North Somerset. The role supports students with additional educational needs within the classroom and alongside the Student Welfare team.

You will work closely with teachers to implement adaptive teaching strategies, helping pupils access the curriculum and build confidence across academic, social, and emotional development. This is a term-time, on-site position.