Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Bridgwater
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour

Are you a Learning Support Assistant with experience supporting children and young people with autism?

Are you patient, adaptable and confident working with pupils across a wide age range?

Are you looking for a flexible role within a welcoming and friendly school environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a new specialist school in Bridgwater, offering an exceptionally friendly and supportive working environment for both staff and pupils. The school benefits from excellent facilities including sensory rooms, quiet spaces, a large outdoor play area and a swimming pool.

The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a temporary basis, with flexible full-time and part-time opportunities available. The successful Learning Support Assistant will support pupils aged 3 to 19, primarily with autism, adapting their approach to individual needs and helping pupils to engage with learning, develop independence and access the school environment.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children or young people with autism or additional needs
• Experience working with children or young people in an education or care setting
• Confidence supporting pupils across a wide age range, from 3 to 19 years old
• A patient and supportive approach
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils
• A flexible and positive attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy on-boarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

EMAIL: [email protected]
CONTACT NUMBER: 0117 223 2200

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.