Learning Support Assistant

Job Title:

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location:

Barry

Start Date:

September 2026
Salary: £14.25 per hour

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant looking to make a difference in a mainstream primary school?

Do you have experience providing 1:1 support or working with pupils with ALN?

Are you passionate about helping children achieve their full potential in a supportive learning environment?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with welcoming mainstream primary schools across Barry who are looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant (LSA). These schools have an inclusive ethos, supportive staff teams and are committed to providing every child with the opportunity to succeed both academically and personally.

The schools are looking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to secure a long-term position, providing 1:1 support and working closely with pupils with ALN, encouraging engagement, promoting independence and supporting learning throughout the school day.

The successful Learning Support Assistant (LSA) will have:

Experience working as a Learning Support Assistant (LSA) within a UK primary school

Experience supporting children on a 1:1 basis and/or working with pupils with ALN

A patient, understanding and nurturing approach

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

The ability to work effectively as part of a team

A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to support where needed

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process

CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel

Market leading rates of pay

Teacher Active 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.

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About Teacher Active

Teacher Active 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

Teacher Active 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, s 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