Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant
Pay: £93 per day
Location: Newport (NP19)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 15:30

On behalf of a large primary school based in Newport, we are actively recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant.
The role will involve working closely with children who have a range of additional learning needs, which may include ASD and ADHD. You will play a vital role in supporting pupils throughout all aspects of the curriculum, helping them to achieve their learning objectives while developing confidence, independence, and social skills.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other support staff to create an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with ALN.
• Support pupils with literacy, numeracy, communication, and social development.
• Encourage independence and promote positive learning behaviours.
• Support pupils to remain engaged, focused, and on task during learning activities.
• Work alongside the class teacher to deliver planned learning activities.
• Support classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adhere to all safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.

Essential Requirements

• DBS Certificate (Child & Adult Workforce or Child Workforce) registered on the Update Service.
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Two professional references.

If you do not currently hold a DBS certificate or EWC registration, you must be willing to obtain these mandatory documents. The combined cost is approximately £87 (£56 for a DBS certificate, £16 per year for the Update Service, and £15 per year for EWC registration).

Desirable Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional learning needs.
• Previous experience working within a primary, secondary, or ALN school.
• Knowledge of behaviour support strategies.

How to Apply To apply for this position, please click Apply Now and submit a copy of your most up-to-date CV. Alternatively, you can send your CV and a cover letter directly to brody@supplyhive.wales.