Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School

Location: Abergavenny
Pay: £82.51 per day
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Start Date: September

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Join a supportive and high-achieving secondary school in and around Monmouthshire as a Learning Support Assistant.

This full-time role is ideal for someone who is patient, caring, and committed to helping children reach their full potential—especially those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), such as ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or BESD.

Your Role Will Include:

• Supporting students aged 11–16 with day-to-day learning
• Working 1:1 or in small groups to provide targeted support
• Assisting with classroom setup and resource preparation
• Helping to boost pupils’ confidence and engagement
• Collaborating with teaching staff to ensure inclusive learning

What We’re Looking For:

• Empathetic, proactive, and positive attitude
• Experience with or interest in supporting pupils with additional needs
• Team player who’s confident working in a busy school environment

Essential Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
• EWC registration (or willingness to register)
• Right to work in the UK
• Up-to-date safeguarding training (can be provided free)
• Able to provide two recent references

Why Apply?
This is a rewarding opportunity to build a career in education while making a real impact. Perfect for teaching assistants, psychology graduates, youth workers, or those exploring a future in SEN or education.

Apply today to take the next step in your education career.

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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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