Job Description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Bristol
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £96.25 to £105 per day

Are you looking to build a rewarding career supporting young people in education?

Are you an aspiring teacher, Education Psychology graduate, or someone passionate about helping students achieve their full potential?

Do you want to gain valuable secondary school experience in a supportive and welcoming environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a thriving and inclusive secondary school in Bristol that is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant from September 2026. The school has a strong reputation for nurturing every student, promoting positive relationships, and creating an environment where both staff and pupils are encouraged to succeed.

The school is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4, delivering one-to-one and small group interventions, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, promoting positive behaviour, and working closely with teaching staff to ensure every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. This role is ideal for aspiring teachers, Education Psychology graduates, graduates considering a career in education, or experienced Learning Support Assistants looking for their next rewarding opportunity.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Experience working with young people in a school, college, youth work or similar setting
• Confidence supporting students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• An understanding of effective behaviour management strategies
• Experience supporting students with SEN and/or SEMH is desirable
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, enthusiastic and proactive approach to supporting learning

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Competitive daily rates of pay
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive 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.

If you are interested in this Learning Support Assistant position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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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.