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Learning Support assistant

Learning Support assistant

New Directions • Monmouthshire
29 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

We are seeking caring, adaptable, and dedicated 1:1 Supply Teaching Assistants to work across a range of primary and secondary schools. In this role, you will provide individual support to pupils with a variety of additional learning, social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to access education and thrive in the classroom.

As a supply Teaching Assistant, you will have the flexibility to work in different school settings while making a meaningful impact on the lives of individual pupils. Every placement is unique, requiring a positive attitude, patience, and the ability to quickly build trusting relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide dedicated one-to-one support for pupils throughout the school day.
  • Support pupils with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, or other additional needs, where required.
  • Encourage engagement in lessons and help pupils access learning activities.
  • Promote independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
  • Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to follow personalised support plans and classroom strategies.
  • Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil and school setting.
  • Monitor progress, report observations, and contribute to a positive learning environment.
  • Support pupils during classroom activities, breaktimes, and transitions when required.

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working with children or young people in education, care, or support settings.
  • A calm, patient, and empathetic approach.
  • The ability to build positive relationships quickly.
  • Flexibility to work across different schools and year groups.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their potential.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
  • We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

Please select Apply Now to enquire about this job vacancy with New Directions Education Ltd, Cardiff East branch.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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