Learning Support Assistant
- SEND Support
- Somerset
- Full Time
Job description
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Learning Support Worker Wanted!
Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help students overcome challenges and reach their full potential? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Learning Support Worker to provide one-on-one and small-group support to students with additional learning needs. You’ll play a key role in helping learners build confidence, develop essential skills, and thrive in an inclusive educational environment.
What You’ll Do:
✅ Support students with their learning in and out of the classroom
✅ Assist with tailored learning plans and differentiated activities
✅ Encourage independence and boost students’ confidence
✅ Work closely with teachers and support staff to create a positive learning experience
✅ Provide emotional and social support where needed
What We’re Looking For:
✔️ A passion for education and supporting learners
✔️ Experience working with young people
✔️ Strong communication and interpersonal skills
✔️ Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude
✔️ The ability to adapt to different learning needs and styles
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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