Learning Support Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.25 to £15.50 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | TA6 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Bridgwater
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £14.25 - £15.50 per hour
Are you a caring and adaptable Learning Support Assistant with experience supporting children and young people with additional needs?
Are you confident supporting pupils with Autism / ASD across a range of ages from 4 to 19?
Are you looking for a flexible role where you can work full-time or part-time as part of a friendly and supportive team?
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming specialist school in Bridgwater, supporting children and young people aged 4 to 19, with Autism / ASD being the primary need. The school benefits from a fantastic modern environment, including a swimming pool, sensory rooms, trampoline room, soft play room and on-site parking, as well as goats and a sheep on site which pupils can interact with as part of their learning and development.
The school is looking to take on a Learning Support Assistant on a flexible temporary basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. The successful Learning Support Assistant will be comfortable supporting different age groups and will work closely with pupils to encourage their learning, development, independence and engagement throughout the school day.
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:
• Experience supporting children or young people with additional needs, particularly Autism / ASD
• Confidence working with pupils across a wide age range from 4 to 19
• A patient, caring and supportive approach
• The ability to adapt to the individual needs of pupils
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Flexibility and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude
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 Learning Support Assistant position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding 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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