Learning Support Assistant

Location: Newport, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full Academic Year

Kickstart Your Career in Secondary Education!

Are you enthusiastic about supporting young people and making a difference in the classroom? Whether you're just starting out or exploring a new career path, this is a brilliant opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive school environment.

We’re working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Newport to recruit a Learning Support Assistant. The school offers excellent support, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to helping every student succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting students in the classroom and assisting with the school’s Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision
• Helping pupils stay focused, confident, and engaged in their learning
• Building positive relationships with students and staff
• Providing one-to-one or small group support where needed
• Learning and applying behaviour management strategies
• Contributing to a safe, inclusive, and encouraging school environment

What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for individuals with the right attitude and transferable skills. If you’re friendly, reliable, and eager to learn, we want to hear from you.

Ideal candidates will be:

• Aged 18 or older
• Positive, patient, and proactive
• Great communicators and team players
• Keen to grow and develop in a school setting
• Any previous experience with children or relevant qualifications is a bonus, but not essential

What You’ll Need (We Can Help You Get These!):

• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Level 2 Safeguarding training
• At least two professional references covering 24 months

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

We’ll support you every step of the way with:

• Competitive daily pay
• A dedicated consultant to guide your journey
• Free CPD-accredited training (e.g. safeguarding, behaviour support)
• Access to a wide range of roles in local schools

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re ready to take your first step into a rewarding career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and start making a difference in the classroom!

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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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