Learning Support Assistant
Job description
Learning Support Assistant Opportunity – Start October 2025 | £89+ per day | Newport
Location: Newport (Supportive & Inclusive Primary School)
Start Date: October 2025
Pay: From £89 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract Type: Term-Time Only
Are you passionate about education and ready to make a difference in young learners’ lives?
A welcoming and supportive primary school in Newport is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team this October. Whether you’re just starting out or already have classroom experience, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable skills in a friendly and encouraging environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Supporting the class teacher with lessons and daily activities
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Working 1:1 or in small groups with pupils, including those with ALN (Additional Learning Needs)
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Delivering targeted interventions to support academic progress
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Creating a positive, safe and engaging learning environment
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Assisting with classroom organisation and preparation of resources
What We’re Looking For:
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Caring, enthusiastic and dedicated individuals
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A genuine interest in supporting children’s learning and development
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Experience with ALN is helpful but not essential
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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A proactive and adaptable attitude
Why Join Us?
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A warm, inclusive school community in Newport
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Hands-on classroom experience in a supportive setting
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Weekday-only hours – enjoy your evenings and weekends free
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Competitive daily rate starting from £89
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A clear pathway into a long-term career in education
If you’re excited to inspire and support children while developing your own skills, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start your journey towards a rewarding career in education!
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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