Learning Support Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Full Time)

Near Shepton Mallet — November 2025–July 2026
• Full-time, Monday to Friday

You’ll be:

• Supporting a pupil with additional needs in class and around the school
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to provide consistent, nurturing support
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and a love of learning
• Helping create a calm, positive environment where every small step forward feels like a big win

You should have:

• Experience working with children (SEND experience is a real plus)
• A patient, caring approach and a good sense of humour
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A passion for helping children achieve their best

What you’ll get from us:

• Weekly pay through PAYE – no umbrella companies
• Free access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from your own dedicated consultant
• Opportunities to work in a range of local schools
• Referral rewards when you bring great educators our way

Ready to join a school that truly values its support staff? Apply now or reach out for a quick chat about the role – we’d love to tell you more.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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