Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Nailsea
Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Make a Difference in the Classroom Every Day
Are you passionate about supporting children to reach their full potential? Do you enjoy building positive relationships and helping young people overcome barriers to learning?
We are seeking a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a welcoming school in Nailsea. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact on students' educational journeys while working within a supportive and inclusive environment.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and support staff to provide tailored support to students, helping them access the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their individual goals.
You may work on a one-to-one basis, support small groups, or assist within the classroom to ensure all pupils receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students in accessing learning activities within the classroom.
- Provide one-to-one and small group interventions where required.
- Help children develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours.
- Support pupils with SEND, SEMH needs or additional learning needs.
- Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning materials and activities.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
- Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is:
- Patient, caring and supportive.
- Passionate about helping children succeed.
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Confident supporting children with varying learning needs.
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Flexible, proactive and committed to making a difference.
Desirable Experience:
- Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
- Teaching Assistant (TA)
- SEND Support Worker
- Youth Worker
- Nursery Practitioner
- Care Worker
- Sports Coach
- Education Support Worker
Experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD, SEMH or other additional needs would be advantageous but is not essential.
What We Offer
- A rewarding role within a supportive school environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Valuable experience working within education.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.
Apply Today
If you are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to become a Learning Support Assistant in Nailsea and play a key role in supporting the next generation of learners.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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