1412 learning support assistant jobs found in Cardiff

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a ALN school in Cardiff, supporting with their recruitment for a ALN Learning Support Assistant / LSA. The setting is centred on pupil’s development, as well as an intrinsic desire to make progress both academically and with their own emotional, social and behavioural skills. We are looking for kind, patient and caring Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 4–19 in specialist ALN and SEND schools in Cardiff. These pupils may have severe autism, PMLD, communication needs, and physical or sensory needs. This role is ideal for people who have experience in care, support work, youth work, SEND education, or health and social care. As an ALN Teaching Assistant, you will help pupils access learning and daily activities in a safe, calm and supportive environment. You may support pupils with: Severe Autism Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) Complex communication needs (non-verbal pupils) Sensory processing needs Physical or...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Start Date: ASAP Salary: £14.25 per hour Location: Penarth Are you a Teaching Assistant with experience in providing ALN support? Is it important for you to build trusting relationships with your pupils? Do you remain calm and professional in challenging situations? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Penarth, who are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant with Additional Learning Needs/ALN experience. This setting has key values such as developing learners that are nurtured in an environment where their voices are valued and respected.  The school is looking to take on a passionate Learning Support Assistant on a long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right Learning Support Assistant/LSA. The successful applicant will be working across both Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2. The Senior Leadership Team are dedicated to ensure the successful Learning Support...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant Start Date: ASAP Salary: £14.25 per hour Location: Barry Are you a Teaching Assistant with experience in providing ALN support? Is it important for you to build trusting relationships with your pupils? Do you remain calm and professional in challenging situations? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream Primary School based in Barry, who are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant with Additional Learning Needs/ALN experience. This setting has key values such as developing learners that are nurtured in an environment where their voices are valued and respected.  The school is looking to take on a passionate Learning Support Assistant on a long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right Learning Support Assistant/LSA. The successful applicant will be working across both Key Stage 1 / KS1 and Key Stage 2 / KS2. The Senior Leadership Team are dedicated to ensure the successful Learning Support...

Job Title: Learning Support Worker Location: Bristol Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Salary: £92-£95 Per Day (6.5 hours) Start Date: ASAP Do you have a caring nature, a calm approach, and a passion for helping young people with profound and complex needs thrive? Masterclass are working with a specialist SEN school supporting children and young people with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex medical needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Learning Support Worker to join our dedicated team and play a key role in supporting our learners' education, care, and personal development. Your Role Will Include: * Supporting students with personal care, mobility, feeding, and medical needs under guidance and training. * Assisting the teacher in delivering highly differentiated and sensory-based learning activities. * Promoting communication, independence, and emotional wellbeing in every interaction. * Building strong, trusting...

Do you have a background in care or a similar setting with transferable skills? Are you looking to take the next step into the education sector? Whether you're supporting children with additional needs or helping to create a nurturing learning environment, this could be a rewarding new chapter in your career. Masterclass are seeking compassionate and adaptable SEN Classroom Assistants to join the bank staff team. This role offers flexibility and the opportunity to work on an as-needed basis, providing essential support to students with special educational needs. As a bank staff member, you will be called upon to cover absences and provide additional assistance during peak times. We will contact you on a weekly basis to retrieve your availability. This role could turn into an ongoing role, if desired. The school is an inclusive SEN Primary setting dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for all students. Their commitment is to ensure that every student...

Job Title: Learning support assistant/LSA                                                                                                 Location: Bristol Start Date: September start Salary: £140 - £220 per day Question 1: Can you build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents? Question 2: Do you demonstrate patience and empathy when working with children? Question 3: Can you effectively support pupils on a one-to-one and small group basis? TeacherActive, one of the UKs largest leading education recruitment agencies, is proud to be working with several Primary Schools across the Southwest. We are committed to providing our schools with dedicated, passionate and quality LSA’s, Aswell as providing specialist in-house Career Progression Development opportunities to help maintain our high standards. Whether you are a Learning support assistant who is looking for day-to-day supply, long-term or permanent roles, our expert team of consultants work with a variety of...

Location: Calne, Wiltshire Salary: £91.49 - £101.01 during trial (equivalent £17,842 – £19,698 actual salary, term time only) Type: Permanent - via temp-to-perm contract (60 day trial contract) Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only) Start date: ASAP Our client is a very successful, multi-site Alternative Provision serving primary-aged learners. We are seeking someone with previous experience and able to act as a positive role model to young children. We would like to hear from applicants who have previous experience of working with children that have SEMH, are experiencing trauma and display challenging behaviour and other areas of SEND. Although it's preferred to have worked in an education setting with SEND learners, certain other experiences could be taken in to account. Well-established, the AP has expanded and now have a new site which is a bright and inviting learning environment. They have built a wonderful staff team who are friendly, hard-working,...

Learning Support Assistant - SEN Settings Flexible / Supply Work Across the South West At Tradewind Recruitment, we keep things simple: real people, real conversations, and real support. We work closely with SEN and SEMH schools, Alternative Learning Provisions (ALPs), PRUs and residential settings across the South West, taking the time to match the right person with the right environment. If you're someone who brings calm, confidence and a steady presence, you'll fit in well with the teams we support. We're looking for a number of Learning Support Assistants to work on a flexible, supply basis across a range of specialist settings. These roles suit someone who's practical, level-headed, and able to build rapport quickly - especially with young people who respond best to consistency, clear boundaries, and a grounded approach. Longer term roles do also become available should this be something you are keen to explore once you have found the setting for you! The Role - Learning...

Learning Support Assistant Prospero Teaching is seeking a committed and supportive Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils in the Basingstoke area. This long‑term role focuses on providing additional assistance to children who may need support with learning, confidence, emotional regulation, or accessing the curriculum effectively. You will work alongside teachers and support staff to help pupils remain engaged in lessons, develop independence, and feel confident and supported throughout the school day. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a positive impact on their learning experience. The role is well suited to candidates from care, support work, youth services, SEN settings, or graduates looking to build meaningful experience in education, psychology, or child‑related fields. The Role: Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils requiring additional help Assist pupils with learning tasks, routines, and...

Learning Support Assistant Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant to work with pupils in the Andover area. This long‑term role involves providing additional support to children who may need help with learning, confidence, emotional regulation, or accessing the curriculum. You will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils throughout the school day, offering reassurance, guidance, and tailored assistance where required. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping young people overcome barriers to learning and thrive in a structured, supportive environment. This position suits individuals with experience in support roles, care, youth work, SEN, or graduates looking to gain meaningful school‑based experience before moving into teaching, psychology, or related fields. The Role: Provide 1:1 and small‑group support to pupils who require additional help Assist pupils with classroom activities, learning tasks, and...

Learning Support Assistant Primary School in Andover Salary Details: £92.63 a day Hours of work:  Full time (Monday to Friday (phone number removed)pm) Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in an engaging primary school? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant for a friendly and supportive primary school based in Andover. The school is offering a rewarding role where you’ll play a vital part in helping young learners thrive. Working alongside the class teacher to best meet the needs of the children, your role will involve small group work, 1-1 support, school trips and playground and lunchtime duties. The educator will be passionate about supporting children and helping them to develop independence. What We’re Looking For: Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant or in a similar education support role is essential Experience with SEN children is beneficial Calm, resilient and...

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Primary School in BOURNEMOUTH Location: BOURNEMOUTH  Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday Contract: FULL TIME Are you passionate about supporting young people and making a real difference in education? GSL Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Bournemouth to recruit a dedicated full-time Learning Support Assistant. This role is for the summer term! This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build meaningful experience in a primary school setting, particularly those considering a future in teaching or teacher training. The Role As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in helping students succeed both academically and personally. This is a varied, rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will be: Supporting students with additional needs, including those with EHCPs Providing in-class support across a range of subjects Delivering small-group and 1:1...

Job Title: Level 2 Learning Support Assistant Location: Oldbury, West Midlands Hours: Monday to Friday Full Time Start Date: ASAP Pay: £95 - £109.25 Smart Education is recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant to join a well-resourced Primary SEN school in Oldbury, supporting pupils aged 2–11 with a range of needs including Complex Needs, PMLD, Physical and Medical Needs, and ASC. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and small-group support Assist with learning activities, sensory work, and communication programmes Support pupils with physical care, mobility, and medical routines (training provided) Promote engagement, positive behaviour, and independence Work closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff Requirements: Level 2 Teaching and Learning Support qualification or equivalent (essential) Experience supporting pupils with SEN (Complex Needs, PMLD, ASC preferred) Calm, patient, reliable, and proactive Strong communication and teamwork skills Enhanced DBS on...

Five Education is seeking a number of teaching assistants to work 1:1 with SEND students at an excellent secondary school in Plymouth, starting in September. Ideally you would have experience working with pupils between the ages of 10 to 16, and you must be able to support children with the range of special educational needs including learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), sensory, speech and language impairments. Both full- and part-time roles are available. The school has great feedback from our candidates previously placed there, and the staff are very supportive and welcoming. The school may wish to arrange one or multiple trial days with candidates before the summer holidays, prior to making a firm decision. Main Responsibilities: • Provide 1:1 and small group support, helping to make the curriculum accessible and engaging • Promote independence, confidence and self-regulation in students • Collaborate with...

TeacherActive is proud to be working with several Special Educational Needs and Disabilities providers across Birmingham, and to continue this, we are looking for experienced SEND Learning Support Assistants / SEND LSA’s to join us. As one of the UKs largest education agencies, we also offer in-house career progression for our staff, demonstrating a commitment to providing quality staff. We are available 24/7 and have built strong relationships with a multitude of SEND provisions, supporting a wide range of diagnoses. If you have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism / ASD, SLD / Severe Learning Difficulties, PMLD / Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties, SEMH /Social Emotional Mental Health, EBD / Emotional Behavioural Difficulties, or ADD / Attention Deficit Disorder then it’s highly likely we will be able to find a rewarding role for you. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant / SEND LSA will have: · Experience working within SEND...

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant- Social and Emotional Mental Health / Behavioural needs Location: Birmingham Salary Scale: £90 - 95 a day Contract type: Day to Day Cover, Short and Long Term - starting ASAP We are currently seeking a Learning Support Assistant with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, to join our specialist SEMH/SLD provision in Birmingham. You will have the opportunity to use restorative practices to support our students in their social and emotional development. We believe that empathy is of the utmost importance in working with young people, and we encourage our staff to build strong relationships with our students from the very beginning. In your role as a Teaching Assistant, you will focus on building these relationships in the first weeks, while also displaying your academic potential and social maturity. At our SEMH/SLD provision, we believe that every student has the potential to succeed, regardless of their background or...

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking to step into a more flexible, rewarding tutoring role? Powertutors is seeking dedicated LSAs to provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils in schools and alternative provisions, as well as through local authority commissioned tuition. The Role As an LSA Tutor, you will: * Deliver personalised academic and pastoral support * Work with pupils with SEND, SEMH, or those out of mainstream education * Support literacy, numeracy, and core subject learning * Build confidence and re-engage learners with education * Provide session feedback and progress reports Assignments may take place in schools, community settings, or at home (in line with safeguarding policies). 💼 What We Offer * Flexible, self-employed opportunities * Competitive hourly rates (£15–£25 per hour depending on experience and assignment) * Choose the days and hours that suit you * Ongoing placements with local authority and school...

Post 16 Learning Support Assistant Needed Now! I am currently recruiting for a Special Educational Needs College in the Sutton Coldfield area that are looking to appoint a new SEND support staff with Autism//Complex Needs & Learning Difficulties. The college are looking for a LSA who can join an existing team to support post 16 students and support them with their vocational courses and life skills. They are seeking people that have experience of working with individuals with SEMH & SEND needs, including Autism, ADHD and communication difficulties As a Learning Support Assistant (care or residential support experience will be considered), you will be working alongside the class Teacher and other staff supporting pupils with everyday college life, however, there will be times that you will need to be supporting children on a one to one and small groups bases. You will be a source of support for pupils and will ensure they are motivated, happy, safe and engaged. The school...

Learning Support Assistant - Stafford - Start Date: As soon as possible. Academics are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a thriving primary school in the heart of Stafford. As an individual you must be committed to providing every child exceptional learning opportunities in a fun and caring environment. You will be joining a school that is committed to teamwork, so it is essential that you work collaboratively, communicate effectively, and contribute positively to a supportive team environment. You will be working on a temporary basis, through Academics. We are proud to say that here at Academics we have had a strong record of placing many of our Learning Support Assistants into regular work suited to fit around your lifestyle. Whether that be day-to-day supply opportunities or shorter / longer roles within schools local to Stafford and surrounding areas. Responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant: * Work...

Learning Support Assistant Reeson Education are working with a multi-site provision in Hampshire that caters to pupils who have been removed from mainstream school. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be there to assist pupils academically where need and encourage positive engagement within the classroom. You must be confident and be able to be a positive role model. This role is only suitable for individuals who are interested in full time work during term time in Portsmouth as the pupils require consistency. The job responsibilities of a Learning Support Assistant: As a Learning Support Assistant you will work as part of the whole staff team in managing and modifying the behaviour of children and young people and supporting them in their learning. As a Learning Support Assistant you will pro-actively support the emotional and behavioural difficulties experienced by the children As a Learning Support Assistant you will work with children and their non-engagement in...