Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Opportunities | Primary Schools in York | September Start Pay: £14.24 to £16.00 per hour Location: York Primary Schools Job Type: Flexible supply roles with long term and permanent opportunities Hours: 8:30am to 3:30pm (School day only) Start Date: September 2026 Looking for flexible work that fits around your lifestyle? Castle Education is recruiting enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to support a range of welcoming primary schools across York from September. Whether you are looking to gain experience in different schools, return to education, or secure a permanent position, supply work is a great way to get your foot in the door. We have flexible day to day opportunities available from September, with many leading to long term and permanent roles. About the role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support primary aged pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them to engage with learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential. You may be working with: Pupils requiring additional academic support Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Small intervention groups Whole class support alongside the classroom teacher Key responsibilities • Supporting pupils on a one to one basis and in small groups • Assisting teachers to deliver engaging lessons • Building positive relationships with pupils to encourage confidence and participation • Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required • Helping to maintain a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment • Promoting independence and positive behaviour throughout the school day ⭐ What makes this role attractive? ✔ Choose when you work and accept assignments that suit your availability ✔ School hours only, 8:30am to 3:30pm ✔ Work across a variety of welcoming primary schools in York ✔ Weekly PAYE pay with no umbrella companies ✔ Excellent opportunity to secure a long term or permanent position ✔ Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant ✔ Free CPD, including accredited safeguarding training Pay & progression £14.24 to £16.00 per hour , depending on experience and responsibilities Opportunity to progress into long term and permanent school positions Gain valuable experience across a range of local primary schools before finding the right permanent role Who we are looking for We welcome applications from: ✔ Learning Support Assistants ✔ Teaching Assistants ✔ SEN Teaching Assistants ✔ Learning Mentors ✔ Behaviour Support Assistants ✔ Graduates considering a career in education ✔ Nursery Practitioners looking to transition into schools ✔ Youth Workers, Sports Coaches and those with transferable experience supporting young children ✔ Experienced education professionals looking for flexible work Ideal candidate • Passionate about supporting children to achieve their potential • Positive, adaptable and reliable • Confident working with primary aged pupils • Able to build strong relationships with staff and pupils • Committed to creating a positive learning environment This role is perfect for: ⭐ Learning Support Assistants looking for flexible work from September ⭐ Education professionals returning to the classroom ⭐ Candidates looking to secure a permanent role through supply ⭐ Graduates looking to gain classroom experience ⭐ Anyone wanting to build experience while finding the right long term opportunity Apply today Email education@castleemployment.co.uk If you are looking for flexible work from September, with the opportunity to secure a long term or permanent position in one of our partner primary schools across York, we would love to hear from you.