Additional Learning Learning Support Assistant

Location: Caerphilly
Job Type: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: September

New Directions is recruiting on behalf of a primary school in Caerphilly for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join its Specialist Resource Base (SRB) supporting Additional Learning Needs

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a rewarding, long-term role supporting children with additional learning needs. The school is seeking a committed individual who is passionate about making a positive difference and becoming a valued member of its specialist support team.

About the Role

The school’s Specialist Resource Base supports children aged 3–11 with social, emotional and behavioural needs. Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive relationships while supporting their access to the mainstream curriculum within a nurturing and structured environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Building positive relationships to encourage engagement and learning.
• Assisting with classroom activities and individual learning programmes.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents and external professionals where required.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager
• Regular and varied supply work
• Competitive rates of pay
• Potential long-term roles
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
• A network of branches across the UK
• One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
• We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
• Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS check.

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.