At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with diverse learning needs and assist teachers in creating an inclusive classroom.
- Company: Vision for Education, a leading education supply agency dedicated to young people's development.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in outstanding schools across North Somerset.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; passion for helping others is key.
The predicted salary is between 27938 - 34146 £ per year.
Location: North Somerset - Weston-super-Mare, Nailsea, Clevedon, Yatton, Cheddar, Sandford, Portishead.
Salary: £14.24 p/h - higher rates available depending on experience/qualifications
Contract Type: Full-time & part-time available
Start Date: September 2026
Ready to kickstart your career as a Learning Support Assistant? Vision for Education are excited to offer the opportunity to become a Learning Support Assistant in mainstream and SEN Schools across North Somerset. Our National Teaching Assistant Programme (NTAP) provides excellent online training in courses such as Safeguarding, Understanding SEN, Behaviour Management and an Introduction into becoming a Teaching Assistant. These courses are a requirement after a successful interview, and are beneficial to gain knowledge in these topics prior to gaining hands-on classroom experience.
We are currently recruiting Trainee Learning Support Assistants for permanent, temporary, and long-term supply positions across a network of high-performing and outstanding schools in Weston-super-Mare, Nailsea, Clevedon, Yatton, Cheddar, Sandford, Portishead.
As a Trainee Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Building strong relationships with pupils and staff
- Supporting students with SEND, SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
- Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management
- Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 and small-group basis
- Helping pupils with literacy, numeracy, and emotional regulation
- Creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
As a Trainee Learning Support Assistant, you will work in welcoming, inclusive, and well-resourced schools that:
- Encourage creativity, wellbeing, and personal development alongside academic achievement
- Offer excellent CPD opportunities for staff
- Are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted
- Have strong leadership teams and supportive SEN departments
- Promote positive behaviour policies and high academic standards
- Provide nurturing environments for pupils with SEND, SEMH, EAL, and additional needs
Pay & Hours: 14.24 p/h (PAYE) Monday - Friday 08:30am - 15:30pm, term time only.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.
About us: We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Trainee Learning Support Assistant employer: Vision for Education Ltd
Vision for Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its educators while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. Located in Colchester, this role offers competitive pay, dedicated consultancy support, and access to ongoing training opportunities, making it an ideal environment for passionate Geography teachers eager to inspire students and develop their careers.
