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Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School – Newport
Full-Time | September Start | £89.83 - £94 per Day
Location: Newport, South Wales
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Salary: £89.83 - £94 per day (dependent on experience)
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Are you passionate about supporting young people in their education and personal development? A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Newport is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with classroom experience who’s ready to make a real difference in students' lives.
Whether you're working one-to-one with a pupil or supporting small groups, you’ll play a key role in helping students stay engaged, build confidence, and achieve their academic and personal goals.
What You’ll Gain:
Competitive Daily Pay: £89.83 - £94 per day, depending on experience
Free CPD Courses: Access to accredited training, including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, Behaviour Management, and more
Supportive School Environment: Join a nurturing team that values each student’s progress and every staff member’s input
Potential for a Permanent Role: The school is seeking a long-term team member, with permanent opportunities for the right candidate
Your Role Will Include:
Supporting students with additional learning needs both one-to-one and in small groups
Helping to implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour plans
Encouraging positive engagement in lessons and helping students develop social and emotional skills
Working closely with teaching staff to maintain a focused and inclusive classroom environment
Providing practical support with classroom activities and helping students stay on task
Who We’re Looking For:
Experience: Previous experience in a secondary school setting or in a learning support role is highly desirable
Skills: Strong communication and behaviour management skills
Personal Qualities: Friendly, empathetic, patient, and proactive
Behaviour Support: Experience with de-escalation techniques or working with students with challenging behaviour is a bonus
Why Join Teaching Personnel?
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Access to exclusive CPD and development opportunities
Opportunities to grow your experience in a forward-thinking Newport school
A real chance to impact the lives of young people
If you’re ready to bring your skills, patience, and passion for education to a vibrant Newport secondary school, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to begin a rewarding role where your support truly matters.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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