Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant – South Wales

Pay: £12.90 per hour
Location: Cardiff, Vale of Glamorgan, RCT
Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30-15:30

Are you passionate about supporting children's learning and development? Do you want to make a real difference in a pupil’s educational journey?
Teaching Personnel is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team in South Wales. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide tailored support to a pupil, helping them thrive both academically and socially.

Your Role:
✔️ Work closely with the class teacher to support a specific pupil’s learning and development.
✔️ Act as a mentor and role model, ensuring the pupil stays engaged and on track.
✔️ Provide assistance during lessons and, when required, during lunchtime.
✔️ Proactively manage challenges, using de-escalation strategies where necessary.
✔️ Build a strong, supportive relationship with the pupil, setting clear expectations.
✔️ Encourage social interaction and promote inclusivity within the classroom.

What We’re Looking For:
✅ A positive, patient, and energetic approach.
✅ The ability to adapt and take initiative in challenging situations.
✅ Strong communication skills and a passion for working with children.
✅ Experience in a special educational needs (SEN) setting is desirable.
✅ The ability to stay calm under pressure while providing motivation and encouragement.
✅ Fluency in Welsh is essential.

Why Join Teaching Personnel?
A dedicated Recruitment Consultant offering ongoing support and guidance.
Access to our online CPD Academy, including free courses like Level 2 Safeguarding.
A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on a child’s education.

If you’re ready to take on a meaningful role in education and help a pupil succeed, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of our passionate team at Teaching Personnel.

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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