Learning Support Assistant

Location: Newport, South Wales
Pay Rate: £89.38 per day
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Contract: Full-time - Starting January 2025

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting young people to succeed in an inclusive and nurturing secondary school environment?

Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and highly inclusive secondary school in Newport, in January 2026 full-time. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting pupils aged 11-16 who require additional academic and emotional support.

You will be part of a large, community-focused school guided by the ethos “A school for all, where everyone succeeds.” The school has a strong culture of teamwork and mutual respect, with staff and pupils proud to be part of its vibrant community.

The role includes supporting the school’s well-established ALN provision, including a specialist resource base for pupils with learning difficulties, where pupils benefit from a nurturing environment and tailored support to make strong progress from their starting points.

Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, a collaborative working culture, and a shared commitment to supporting pupils from all backgrounds. With core values of respect, inclusion, collaboration and ambition, the school provides a safe, supportive and inspiring environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive both personally and academically.

What We’re Looking for?

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A positive, proactive, and compassionate attitude
• Experience supporting children or young people (desirable)
• The ability to implement strategies to manage and de-escalate behaviour effectively
• Confidence in delivering structured, tailored learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher and SENCO
• A commitment to encouraging the pupil’s engagement, confidence, and emotional development
• Strong communication skills to work closely with teaching staff, parents, and external professionals
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Requirements (Already hold or willing to obtain at your own cost)

Teaching Personnel can provide guidance to help you obtain:

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

Why Choose Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support
• A wide range of free online courses and discounted CPD opportunities
• Access to both temporary and permanent roles across local partnership schools

Ready to Begin Your Career in Full-time Education?

If you're ready to make an impact and start a fulfilling role in education, we’d love to hear from you!

Submit your CV today and take the next step in your teaching journey.

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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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