Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA) Location: Somerset (BA12) Start Date: September Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs to achieve their full potential? Do you have the patience, resilience and enthusiasm to make a positive difference every day? Are you looking for a rewarding Learning Support Assistant role within a specialist SEND school? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming SEND school in the BA12 area of Somerset. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally, with learning tailored to meet individual needs. The school is looking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) from September on a temporary basis. The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to help pupils access learning, build confidence and develop independence, while providing both classroom and one-to-one support where required. The successful Learning Support Assistant (LSA) will have: Experience working with children or young people with SEND is desirable A caring, patient and positive approach to supporting pupils Excellent communication and teamwork skills The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff A proactive attitude and willingness to learn A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential 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 position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: CONTACT NUMBER: (phone number removed) 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. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance 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