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Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (Level 2 Teaching Assistant)
Location: Castle Cary, Somerset
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £89–£100 per day
Working Pattern: Full-time, Long-term
Are you a dedicated and qualified Teaching Assistant with experience supporting young people with additional needs?
Do you hold a Level 2 (or above) Teaching Assistant qualification and have a passion for helping students thrive in a secondary school environment?
TeacherActive is proud to be supporting a well-regarded secondary school in Castle Cary that is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team as soon as possible. This full-time, long-term role involves providing targeted support to pupils with SEND, both within small-group interventions and in mainstream classroom settings.
The school is known for its inclusive ethos and strong pastoral support. You’ll work alongside experienced teachers, SEN staff, and pastoral leads to deliver high-quality support and help students achieve their individual goals.
The successful candidate will:
Hold a Level 2 or higher Teaching Assistant qualification
Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND (secondary experience beneficial but not essential)
Be patient, reliable, and confident working with learners who have a range of needs
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to support personalised learning plans
Bring a positive, proactive attitude and a genuine commitment to making a difference each day
Why This Role?
Full-time, long-term opportunity in a respected secondary school in Castle Cary
Varied support role across both small-group interventions and mainstream lessons
Supportive staff team with excellent training and development opportunities
A rewarding chance to build valuable SEND experience in a secondary setting
Why Register with TeacherActive?
Competitive daily pay, paid PAYE (no umbrella or hidden deductions)
Access to free CPD and training through our My-Progression platform
A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for ongoing support
£100 referral bonus when you refer another education professional (T&Cs apply)
If you’re a qualified Teaching Assistant ready for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0117 223 2200
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and invited to register with TeacherActive.
All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.
