Learning Support Assistant

Welsh-Speaking Learning Support Assistant (Secondary Schools)

Carmarthen & Pembrokeshire
Agency – Flexible, Long-Term & Temp-to-Perm Roles
Competitive Weekly Pay via PAYE
In partnership with local secondary schools

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work in secondary schools across Carmarthen and Pembrokeshire.

We are particularly keen to hear from Welsh-speaking candidates, especially those confident supporting learners in Welsh-medium and bilingual settings.

About the Role

As a Secondary Learning Support Assistant working through Teaching Personnel, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils aged 11–16 (KS3 & KS4).
• Support students with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and moderate learning difficulties.
• Work closely with subject teachers and ALNCOs to support classroom learning.
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Help learners build confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Deliver support through the medium of Welsh where required.

Opportunities include day-to-day supply, short-term cover, long-term placements, and potential permanent roles.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with young people (school, youth work, coaching, care, or similar).
• A patient, adaptable, and proactive approach.
• Understanding of ALN within a secondary setting.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English/Welsh and Maths.
• Relevant Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or childcare qualification (desirable).
• Welsh language skills (highly desirable).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through Teaching Personnel).
• EWC Registration (or willingness to obtain)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive weekly pay (PAYE – no umbrella fees).
• Flexible work to fit around your availability.
• Access to free CPD courses and training.
• Personalised support from a dedicated local consultant.
• Opportunities across a wide network of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire Secondary schools.
• Pathways into long-term and permanent school employment.

Safeguarding Commitment

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting in line with safer recruitment practices.

Apply Today

To register your interest, please apply via the Teaching Personnel website or contact our local branch:

Anna-Leigh.Webster@teachingpersonnel.com
01792 473300

Join Teaching Personnel and make a meaningful difference in secondary schools across Carmarthen and Pembroke.

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.
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