Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Location : Milford Haven Salary : £12.90 per hour Contract Type : Full-time (temporary) Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to work with one of partner secondary schools in Pembrokeshire. The school has excellent facilities and they take pride in sharing the successes of their students. Role Overview: As a Learning Support Assistant (LSA), you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support students with a wide range of needs, including those with additional learning needs (ALN). Your role will involve providing tailored support to students in the classroom, helping them engage with the curriculum, and ensuring they reach their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 or small group support to students with special educational needs, ensuring they are fully engaged and making progress. Assist in planning and delivering differentiated learning activities in line with students’ individual needs and abilities. Help manage classroom behaviour, providing a positive and inclusive environment for all students. Support students during activities, helping them to develop social, emotional, and academic skills. Liaise with teaching staff and other professionals to monitor student progress and update learning plans. Assist with the preparation of resources and classroom materials to enhance learning. Provide personal care and support as needed, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times. Key Requirements: Experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs, is desirable but not essential. A caring and patient approach with the ability to build positive relationships with students. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals. A commitment to ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed and achieve their best. Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent) are preferred but not essential. How to Apply: To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to ryan.daviesteachingpersonnel by Friday 6 th December . We look forward to receiving your application! 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. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.