Our specialist education recruitment agency is currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to work in a variety of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Pontypool. With increasing demand for classroom support staff, we have short-term, long-term, and permanent opportunities available.
The Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant in a primary setting, you will:
Support pupils across Foundation Phase and Key Stage 2
Work 1:1 or with small groups of children
Assist pupils with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Support the class teacher with daily classroom activities
Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
We Are Looking For:
Experience working with children (school, nursery, care, youth work, or similar)
A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A genuine passion for supporting children’s learning and development
Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning) – desirable but not essential
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
What New Directions Education Ltd offers:
A dedicated and expert Account Manager
Regular and varied supply work
Competitive rates of pay
Potential long-term roles
Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
A network of branches across the UK
One of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement
We are the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry
New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment
Business in relation
to this vacancy.