Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Are you passionate about education and supporting children to reach their full potential? We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work in schools across Bargoed.

About the Role:

As an LSA, you will play a vital role in providing day-to-day support across multiple schools, including covering short-term sickness, absences, and offering additional assistance where needed. This is a dynamic position that involves working in a variety of settings, including:

• Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools
• Primary Schools
• Secondary Schools

Responsibilities:

• Assisting teachers in delivering lessons and supporting student learning.
• Providing tailored support to students with varying needs, including SEN.
• Building positive relationships with students to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Adapting to different classroom settings and teaching styles.
• Supporting students in achieving their academic, social, and emotional goals.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children in an educational setting (desirable but not essential).
• A patient, flexible, and proactive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A willingness to work across different schools and adapt to varied environments.
• A genuine passion for making a difference in children’s education.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to gain experience across SEN, primary, and secondary education.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Supportive team environment.

Requirements:

• A valid DBS check (we can help you in obtaining this).
• Availability for day-to-day assignments.

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role that makes a real difference in the lives of students in Bargoed, we’d love to hear from you!

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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