Learning Support Assistant

Location: Monmouthshire, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

Are you confident, passionate, and motivated to help young people grow into resilient, successful adults?

Teaching Personnel is seeking an Learning Support Assistant to join one of our partnered secondary schools in the Monmouthshire area, where you will play a vital role in creating a calm, inclusive, and positive learning environment.

This is a hands‑on and deeply rewarding role, offering daily variety and the chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral staff to support students aged 11–16 both inside and outside the classroom.

You will support the SRB provision as well as provide general classroom assistance for pupils of all ages and abilities. As a positive role model and trusted 1:1 support, you will be someone pupils look up to—helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applicants who can bring:
✅ Experience in youth work, care, mentoring, or coaching (desirable but not essential)

✅ A calm, approachable attitude in challenging situations
✅ Strong communication and teamwork skills
✅ Understanding of the emotional and social needs of young people
✅ Ability to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) or behavioural needs

✅ A genuine passion for helping children succeed emotionally and academically

Requirements (or willingness to obtain)

• Must be 18 or over
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Two professional references covering 24 months

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

We’re more than an agency—we help you build a meaningful career in education! By joining us, you’ll gain:
✔ Competitive daily pay
✔ Weekly PAYE pay
✔ A dedicated consultant offering personalised guidance
✔ Free CPD-accredited training (including behaviour support & safeguarding)
✔ Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles

Ready for a Fresh Start?

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to start a rewarding career supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you!
Submit your CV today and take the next step in your education journey.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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