Learning Support Assistant

South West/ temporary / £14.25 - 16.85 per hour

Job Title:

SEND Learning Support Assistant

Location:

South Gloucestershire

Start Date:

September 2026

Are you an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant looking to make a real difference in a specialist school?

Do you have experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs?

Are you a driver with access to your own vehicle and looking for a rewarding long-term role from September?

Teacher Active is proud to be working with a specialist all-through SEND school in South Gloucestershire to recruit a dedicated SEND Learning Support Assistant. The school provides a supportive and nurturing learning environment for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, promoting positive relationships, resilience and individual progress.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time SEND Learning Support Assistant on a long-term temporary basis from September. The successful SEND Learning Support Assistant will support pupils across the school, working closely with teaching staff to encourage engagement, promote positive behaviour and help students access learning in a safe and supportive environment. Due to the school's location, a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH needs
• Team Teach training is desirable
• A full UK driving licence with access to your own vehicle
• Excellent behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach to supporting learners
• The ability to work effectively as part of a wider staff team

• 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.

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.

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.