Learning Support Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TA7 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 11 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Learning Support Assistant
Location: Bridgwater
Start Date: September
Salary: £14.25 – £15.50 per hour
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional learning needs?
Do you have the patience, resilience and empathy to support students who may experience
high levels of anxiety, school refusal and communication difficulties?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in
Bridgwater that provides a nurturing, inclusive and supportive environment for children and young people with ASC and a range of associated needs.
The school is seeking a dedicated
Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time, temporary basis from September. You will work closely with teachers and the wider support team to help students feel safe, understood and confident in their learning environment.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students with a range of needs, including
ASC, ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), anxiety, school refusal and communication difficulties. You will play an important role in encouraging positive engagement, supporting emotional regulation and helping students develop their confidence, independence and overall wellbeing.
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:
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Experience supporting children or young people with ASC, SEND or additional learning needs
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Experience supporting ADHD, PDA, school refusal or communication difficulties would be advantageous
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A caring, patient and resilient approach
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with students
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Confidence remaining calm and supportive in challenging situations
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A proactive, flexible and adaptable approach to working as part of a team
In return, you can expect:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you through our straightforward on-boarding process
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Access to CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progression channel
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Market-leading rates of pay
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TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply)
All TeacherActive staff are paid on a
PAYE basis, ensuring the correct level of Tax and National Insurance is deducted, with no unnecessary administration charges taken from your hard-earned pay.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference and would like to be considered for this
Learning Support Assistant role in Bridgwater, click
APPLY NOW and I will be in touch to discuss this fantastic opportunity.
Email:
dariia.movchan@teacheractive.com
Contact Number: 0117 223 2200
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.
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