Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Carmarthenshire

Hours: 8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday

Salary: £13.75 per hour

About The Role

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work in mainstream and Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Welsh-Medium schools across Carmarthenshire. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people in their learning, development, and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups, both in and out of the classroom
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Support pupils with additional learning needs, including SEN, behavioural, social, or emotional needs
• Help create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour
• Follow school policies and work closely with teaching staff, SENCOs, and other professionals

About You

• Patient, caring, and enthusiastic about supporting children and young people
• Comfortable working in both mainstream and SEN school settings
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)
• A willingness to learn and adapt to different educational environments

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work across a range of mainstream and SEN schools in Carmarthenshire
• Flexible working options to suit your availability
• Ongoing support and training through the CPD Academy
• A chance to make a real difference in pupils’ lives

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply)
• Right to work in the UK
• Registration for the EWC (or willingness to apply

If you are enthusiastic about supporting learners in a range of educational settings, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Today or email anna-leigh.webster@teachingpersonnel.com

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