Learning Support Assistant

Unqualified Learning Support Assistant

From £93 per day

Monday – Friday (Full time available)

8:30-3:30 – No Weekends!

Teaching Personnel are delighted to be working in partnership with a specialist provision in Cardiff. The provision supports young people from the ages of 3 all the way up to 19 years of age with ALN (additional learning needs), EBD (Emotional and behavioural difficulties) and SLD (Severe learning difficulties). 

The Role:

As a Learning Support Assistant, your role will involve nurturing both the personal and academic growth of young individuals, guided by their tailored development plans. These plans are created through the school’s assessment process and will help you understand how best to support each student.

In your role as a learning support assistant, your support will extend beyond the classroom, with a strong emphasis on sensory and hands-on learning experiences that are central to the school’s approach. Being able to encourage a positive mindset and foster independence will be key to building meaningful relationships with the students and helping them form a healthy, constructive connection with their education.

To ensure you feel confident and well-prepared, comprehensive training will be provided by Teaching Personnel.

What do I need to apply for this role?

Enhanced DBS on the update Service (We can help you apply!)

Education Workforce Council application (We can help you apply!)

A positive attitude with a strong will to help others

A knowledge or willingness to learn how to support young people within an alternative education environment

To apply for this role, please upload your CV for consideration, or send directly to Mackensie.kay@teachingpersonnel.com.

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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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