Learning Support Assistant (Secondary Schools Caldicot), Monmouthshire

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant 

New Directions are currently recruiting for Learning Support Assistants to work in Secondary Schools in the Caldicot area. Are you enthusiastic and looking to give something back? A rewarding Job with great benefits that can lead to long term positions. You will be working under the guidance of teachers to support students across the curriculum. 

This role is for a person who is, motivated, and can help children achieve their full potential, creating a positive environment for them to thrive. You may be working with children with challenging behaviour so you will need to be resilient, consistent and understanding of their needs. 

Essential  

• A minimum of 3 months child-based experience/ or a background in the care sector 

• Contactable references 

• A child and adult DBS – or be willing to undertake one via New Directions 

• A willingness to complete mandatory training when required 

• An excellent track record 

• Flexibility and adaptability to work short-term and long-term 

• Strong communication skills  

Perks: 

• CPD learning opportunities 

• Multiple webinars/seminars during half term – Including, Team Teach, Incidental Welsh, British Sign Language, Assessment for Learning, Mindfulness and Well-being plus many more 

• A dedicated and expert Account Manager 

• Regular and varied supply work 

• Competitive rates of pay 

• Potential long-term roles 

• Recommend-a-friend scheme 

Benefits: 

We are one of the preferred suppliers to all 22 local authorities in Wales under the All Wales Framework Agreement and are fully compliant with the Agency Workers Regulation. We are also the major teaching supply agency for Welsh speaking teachers across Wales and have a highly respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry. 

We are fully committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. All applicants must undertake a full enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check. 

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.