Learning Support Assistant

Cardiff, Wales £14 - £15 Daily Empowering Learning

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Inclusion & Wellbeing Learning Support Assistant - Cardiff & Surrounding Areas
Secondary Settings

We are seeking an Inclusion & Wellbeing Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join secondary schools across Cardiff and nearby areas. This is an excellent opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to assist students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to achieve their potential in both academic and personal development.

The Role:

  • Supporting pupils with social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a classroom setting

  • Delivering 1:1 and small group wellbeing interventions

  • Assisting teachers with behaviour management strategies and inclusive practices

  • Encouraging positive engagement and supporting de-escalation where required

  • Promoting resilience, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth among students

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous experience working with young people with additional needs, ideally in an education setting

  • Knowledge of behaviour management and de-escalation strategies

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to supporting learners

  • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures

We Offer:

  • Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

  • Flexible placements across secondary schools in Cardiff and surrounding areas

  • Access to CPD and training opportunities (including behaviour and wellbeing support)

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' lives

If you are passionate about supporting young people's wellbeing and inclusion in education, we would love to hear from you.

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Learning Support Assistant

Bristol, South West £89 - £105 Daily TeacherActive

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• Do you have a natural way with children and a passion for helping them shine?
• Looking for a school role in BS5 where you can make a meaningful difference every day?
• Could you be the calm, kind, and reliable presence that helps a child build confidence and thrive?

TeacherActive is recruiting for Primary LSAs to work in schools across Easton, St George, Redfield, and the wider BS5 community . Whether you’re an experienced classroom assistant or just starting your journey in education, we’d love to connect you with a school that’s right on your doorstep.

Why BS5 Schools?
Schools in this area are known for their:

  • Strong sense of community and inclusivity

  • Vibrant, creative learning environments

  • Collaborative staff culture where LSAs are highly valued

  • Opportunities for long-term growth, with many LSAs progressing into permanent roles

Your Role as a Primary LSA Will Include:

  • Supporting pupils in and out of the classroom with both learning and wellbeing

  • Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment

  • Assisting teachers in delivering creative, accessible lessons

  • Being a consistent, caring presence who celebrates every child’s progress

What We’re Looking For:

  • A genuine passion for working with children

  • Confidence building respectful, supportive relationships with pupils and staff

  • Patience, positivity, and flexibility in the classroom

  • Previous experience in schools, nurseries, or youth work is welcome—but not essential

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

  • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
  • Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*
  • 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.
  • If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

Email: (url removed)
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Click ‘APPLY NOW’ and take your next step in making a difference.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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Learning Support Assistant

Bristol, South West £17 - £18 Hourly Dovetail and Slate

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Are you passionate about supporting learners? Dovetail and Slate are an employment business working in partnership with over 200 colleges across the UK, is offering exciting Learning Support Assistant opportunities for individuals with experience supporting learners or from a care background. No formal teaching qualifications are required, just a genuine enthusiasm for supporting learners in their education journey.

Responsibilities:

  • 1:1 and group support of students with additional learning needs
  • Supporting teachers/lecturers to ensure an inclusive learning environment for SEN students
  • Safeguarding of vulnerable learners
  • Full time and part time hours are available.
  • Term time only roles are available also.

Requirements:

Level 2 qualification or higher in English/Maths AND willingness to obtain an ENHANCED DBS check.

  • Experience working with SEN children or young adults

OR an extensive care background

  • Knowledge of additional learning needs
  • Up to date Safeguarding training, or a willingness to obtain
  • Enhanced DBS or a willingness to obtain.

Benefits/Packages:

  • Competitive hourly rates (depending on experience & qualifications) - weekly pay!
  • Flexible working hours
  • Support and guidance
  • Opportunity to inspire and shape the next generation.
  • Temp to Perm Roles Available
  • Usual college benefits and job satisfaction

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.

Because education matters.

Dovetail and Slate Limited.

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Learning Support Assistant

Caerphilly, Wales £444 - £475 Weekly Academics Ltd

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contract, temporary, part time

Academics are currently seeking qualified and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA's) for various day-to-day and short/long term supply positions. The roles involve working in primary and SEN schools across Caerphilly . We take pride in collaborating with a range of schools in Caerphilly each with unique requirements that you might possess

Our opportunities provide tremendous flexibility, enabling our staff to choose the days they prefer to work. Additionally, these roles hold the potential to transition into long-term and/or permanent contracts within some of our partnering schools.

Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant include:

  • Providing learning support for learner(s) in a classroom environment or in 1:1 situations.
  • Running specific activities to assist the learner's individual learning and social needs.
  • Working as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the learner enhances their learning opportunities and life skills.
  • Providing positive praise and reinforcements to learners.

Learning Support Assistant Pay:

88.94 - 95 per day (dependant on experience and qualifications )

Learning Support Assistant who apply will:

  • Have had the appropriate training and/or previous experience of working with children with special educational needs.
  • Be aware of the national curriculum and to you will be able to develop content with an enthusiastic approach.
  • As calls for work can be from 7.00am in a morning, so you will be able to get to our partnership schools in Caerphilly by 8.30am, sometimes with only 30-60 minute's notice.
  • Be able to work flexible between Monday to Friday. Usual working hours are between 8.30am-3.30pm.
  • Ideally have a fully Enhanced DBS certificate that is registered with the Update Service, or you will be happy to apply for a new Enhanced DBS with ourselves (cost applied).

If you are a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) and you have a proven-track record of support young students in a primary/SEN school or provision setting, please click 'APPLY NOW' below to submit your most up to date CV for immediate review.

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Learning Support Mentor

Bristol, South West £12 - £17 Hourly Elementa Support Services

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SEND 1:1 Learning Support  Mentor ASD / ASC, SEMH Type: Fixed-term contract (via 60 day trial) Details: Full-time / Part-time (Monday to Friday, 9:30am - 3:30pm) Location: Bristol - South Start Date: September 2025 Salary: £18,000 - £2,000 p.a. ( 3.72 - 6.77 during trial)

Our client is a new & expanding Alternative Education Provision, serving primary & secondary-aged pupils with EHCPs relating to SEMH based in Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas across the South West. They operate a ‘revolving-door’ offering whereby students stay at the provision for up to 18 weeks, either on a full-time or part-time 'transition' basis before returning to a mainstream education setting or attending a special school. The roles available are based on expansion and demand for places.

We are seeking someone with previous experience of having worked with learners that have SEMH and have experienced trauma who may have other needs relating to ASC / ASD. The ideal person will be able to act as a positive role model and deliver an alternative education curriculum. We seek individuals that are skilled in recognising the emotional and educational needs of the learner and who are able to respond to and create appropriate learning activities & opportunities around the needs of individual learners. Many of the learners have not engaged in education for a significant amount of time so commonly, an individual approach for each child is necessary. 

If you have already had training in positive behaviour management such as Team Teach / PBM / MAPA and/or THRIVE training we would be particularly interested in hearing from you. If you have practical experience of working with children displaying challenging behaviour and are successful in your application for this post, Team Teach training will be offered free of charge and would be a requirement of the post.

The full-time working day is from 9:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday. There will likely be flexible working times & days (part-time) possible within those hours.

It would be great to hear from you if you have…

  • Experience of working with children who have had to overcome barriers and difficult situations
  • li>The ability to engage parents in supporting children at home by helping to set boundaries and managing behaviour
  • The desire to go through training and deliver ideas so that ideas can be implemented.
  • li>Passionate about working with young people in education
  • Have a good understanding of what makes an effective intervention strategy
  • Are committed to safeguarding young people and helping them overcome difficulties
  • Are committed to ensuring students maximise every opportunity to achieve academically and personally
  • Are able to work within a dynamic and challenging environment
  • Have excellent communication and teamwork skills

Whilst this role is similar to, it does differ from a support role in a mainstream setting, however, if you have experience as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Support worker or similar, we would be interested in hearing from you.

The role is offered on a 1-year fixed-term contract basis after a successful 60 trial period with the intention to offer permanent contracts from September 2025. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a role that offers training opportunities, progression opportunities within the organisation and to be part of a supportive organisation that has expansion plans in the near future.

Elementa is the recruiting partner; therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks, satisfactory referencing and application for a DBS Enhanced Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20) unless you ve a current DBS on the update service.

If you have the relevant skills and experience necessary for this role then please apply with your full up-to-date CV. Please ensure your CV is up-to-date and clearly defines your previous experience. All applicants will be promptly responded to.

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Learning Support Assistant

Bristol, South West £90 - £100 Daily Academics Ltd

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Learning Support Assistant (Key Worker) - SEND
Full-time | Term-time only | BS6

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (Key Worker) to join our team and play a vital role in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to children's learning, development, and wellbeing.



Key Responsibilities

  • Work closely with teachers to provide tailored support that helps children achieve the targets set out in their EHCP/IEP.
  • Deliver evidence-based interventions on a 1:1 or small group basis to support learning and skills development.
  • Support learning in class by adapting and scaffolding work alongside teachers.
  • Assist in the preparation of learning resources, maintenance of accurate records, and monitoring of pupil progress.
  • Provide pastoral and personal care, including support with behaviour, social, and welfare needs, and carrying out specified medical procedures (following training).

We are looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about supporting children with SEND to achieve their potential.
  • Patient, empathetic, and able to build strong relationships with pupils and families.
  • Confident in working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Organised and proactive, with a willingness to adapt to meet individual pupil needs.
  • Experienced in working with children with SEND

About Academics
Academics is a leading national education recruitment agency, specialising in the provision of permanent, contract, and daily supply staff to schools and academies. We take pride in providing a high-quality, personalised service to both our schools and our candidates. By working with Academics, you'll benefit from ongoing support, career development opportunities, and access to a wide network of schools across the region.

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Learning Support Assistant

Caerphilly, Wales £444 - £475 Weekly Academics Ltd

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contract, temporary, part time

Academics are currently seeking qualified and experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA's) for various day-to-day and short/long term supply positions. The roles involve working in primary and SEN schools across Caerphilly . We take pride in collaborating with a range of schools in Caerphilly each with unique requirements that you might possess

Our opportunities provide tremendous flexibility, enabling our staff to choose the days they prefer to work. Additionally, these roles hold the potential to transition into long-term and/or permanent contracts within some of our partnering schools.

Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant include:

  • Providing learning support for learner(s) in a classroom environment or in 1:1 situations.
  • Running specific activities to assist the learner's individual learning and social needs.
  • Working as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the learner enhances their learning opportunities and life skills.
  • Providing positive praise and reinforcements to learners.

Learning Support Assistant Pay:

88.94 - 95 per day (dependant on experience and qualifications )

Learning Support Assistant who apply will:

  • Have had the appropriate training and/or previous experience of working with children with special educational needs.
  • Be aware of the national curriculum and to you will be able to develop content with an enthusiastic approach.
  • As calls for work can be from 7.00am in a morning, so you will be able to get to our partnership schools in Caerphilly by 8.30am, sometimes with only 30-60 minute's notice.
  • Be able to work flexible between Monday to Friday. Usual working hours are between 8.30am-3.30pm.
  • Ideally have a fully Enhanced DBS certificate that is registered with the Update Service, or you will be happy to apply for a new Enhanced DBS with ourselves (cost applied).

If you are a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) and you have a proven-track record of support young students in a primary/SEN school or provision setting, please click 'APPLY NOW' below to submit your most up to date CV for immediate review.

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Learning Support Assistant

Vale of Glamorgan, South East £89 - £93 Daily Academics Ltd

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Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional learning needs? We are currently recruiting for multiple long-term roles across a range of educational settings in Barry.

Academics are a teaching supply agency looking for experienced and passionate ALN TA's to join our team. We have opportunities available in primary schools, secondary schools and special schools for candidates looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils.

Your role responsibilities:

  • Provide individual / small group support to pupils with a range of ALN's.
  • Assist pupils in overcoming barriers to learning, helping them achieve their academic and personal development goals.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt lesson plans and activities to suit individual needs, ensuring pupils can fully engage in the curriculum.
  • Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports pupils needs.
  • Use a variety of strategies and resources to support pupils with emotional, behavioural, physical, cognitive, and developmental needs.
  • Monitor and report on student progress, working closely with teachers, parents, and other outside organisations.

What we are looking for:

  • Experience working with children or young people with ALN.
  • Excellent communication and behaviour management skills, with the ability to maintain calm and support in challenging situations.
  • A passion for making a difference and a proactive, patient approach to helping pupils succeed.
  • Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with school staff to meet pupil needs.
  • Enhanced DBS and EWC

Why Join Academics Agency?

* Competitive salary (including holiday pay) and benefits package.

* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

* Supportive and inclusive work environment.

* Temp to perm options, providing flexibility and stability.

* Dedicated consultant to guide you through the recruitment process and beyond.

* Refer a friend scheme earning 75 of Love to shop vouchers

How to Apply:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of SEN students and join a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! To apply for this exciting opportunity, please send your CV to (url removed) or call on (phone number removed).

Academics Agency is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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Learning Support Assistant

Bristol, South West £90 - £100 Daily Affinity Workforce Solutions

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Are you an experienced and responsible Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking to help some of the most vulnerable young people in Bristol? Are you confident and wanting to find your next influential role?

Affinity Workforce Solutions are partnered with multiple multi-academy trusts, looking for Learning Support Assistants to join passionate and inspiring teams who are supporting pupils with a variety of educational abilities.

This role includes working with students of a variety of ages and providing the whole curriculum to the young people in the classroom.

The successful applicant:

  • Have a sound understanding of Secondary Education
  • Have excellent literacy, Numeracy, and communication skills.
  • Confident supporting the KS3 and KS4 curriculum
  • Have experience of supporting children in all aspects of the curriculum
  • Will be a team player, as well as using their initiative and good sense of humour
  • Have experience of working with children with a range of additional needs including Autism, Speech and language difficulties both in smalls groups and 1:1.
  • Have a positive approach and be flexible to the demands of the job.

Benefits of working with Affinity Workforce:

  • You will be paid a competitive daily wage, based on your experience.
  • Dedicated consultant allocated to support you with any questions and concerns.
  • Support in writing CV's and job applications.
  • 200 for any successful referral of Teachers and 100 for Teaching Assistants.
  • You will receive free, up to date safeguarding training.
  • Training workshops and CPD courses to provide professional development.
  • The option of working under a PAYE or Umbrella pay scheme.

Affinity Workforce are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share this commitment. Successful applicates will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and further check against the appropriate barred list. This role involved working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Affinity Workforce operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents ang eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had a notification from us within 30 days, please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your on details on file for future opportunities.

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Learning Support Assistant

South Glamorgan, Wales £82 - £89 Daily TeacherActive

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Role – 1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA

Start Date – ASAP / Autumn Term 2025

Location – Cardiff

Salary - £ per day

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream primary school based in Cardiff. This school is particularly dedicated to enhancing and supporting the learning of children with additional learning needs / ALN, and pride themselves on the outstanding support that they offer to their children.

The school is looking to take on a caring and patient Learning Support Assistant with 1 to 1 experience on a day-to-day basis. The successful candidate will provide excellent support to both children with ALN and the general class. This role is during regular school hours from 8:30 to 3:30.

The successful 1 to 1 Learning Support Assistant / LSA will have:

· Experience supporting children in groups or 1:1

· Excellent classroom management

· A caring and nurturing personality

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

· A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

· Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply*

· 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.

If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: (url removed)

CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed)

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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