Secondary Learning Support Assistant

Looking for your next long-term role in education? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established comprehensive school in Barry, seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their…

Pay rate £90/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 18 August 2026

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About this job

Looking for your next long-term role in education?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established comprehensive school in Barry, seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their dedicated Additional Learning Needs team within the school's specialist Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Base.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and inclusive school community that is committed to helping every pupil thrive. The school has an excellent reputation for its nurturing approach and offers the security of a long-term placement, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with pupils and staff while developing your career.

The Role

Working within the school's specialist ASD Base, you will:

Support pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder to access learning and achieve their individual goals.
Provide tailored support on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
Promote independence, communication and social development.
Work closely with teaching staff and the school's ALN team to implement personalised support strategies.
Help create a calm, structured and positive learning environment.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

Previous experience working within an educational setting.
Experience supporting children or young people with Additional Learning Needs, particularly Autism, is highly desirable.
A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
A genuine passion for helping young people succeed.

What You'll Receive

A secure long-term placement within a fantastic comprehensive school.
The opportunity to work in a well-resourced specialist ASD Base.
Ongoing support from your dedicated TeacherActive consultant.
Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people every day.
If you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for the stability of a long-term role in a supportive secondary school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your education career with TeacherActive.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive 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

TeacherActive 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, ID checks 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

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