Learning Support Assistants - Flexible Supply (Carmarthenshire)

Location: Secondary Schools & ALN Provisions across Carmarthenshire
Contract: Flexible Supply (Full‑time, Part‑time or Ad‑hoc)
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work across secondary schools and ALN (Additional Learning Needs) provisions throughout Carmarthenshire. This flexible supply role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting learners with a range of additional needs in both mainstream and specialist settings.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Support pupils with ALN/SEN on a 1:1 or small‑group basis
Assist with learning, communication, emotional regulation and behaviour
Build positive, supportive relationships with learners
Help maintain inclusive, engaging learning environments
Adapt to different school settings with confidence and professionalism

What We're Looking For

Experience supporting children/young people with ALN/SEN, or transferable experience (youth work, care, coaching etc.)
A patient, nurturing and resilient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Flexibility to work across multiple schools
A DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

✅ Why Work for Teaching Personnel?

User‑Friendly App

Easily manage your diary, availability and schedule
Receive job offers and updates instantly
Handle timesheets, preferences and communication in one place

Free Professional Development Academy

Access a wide range of free CPD courses, including:

THRIVE training
Behaviour Management
ALN‑specific training modules
Ongoing SEND‑focused development to support your practice

Team Teach Training (Discounted)

Option to complete Team Teach at a highly discounted rate
Ideal for those supporting pupils with SEMH, behavioural or complex needs

Additional Benefits

Competitive weekly pay
Flexible roles to suit your lifestyle
A dedicated consultant offering ongoing support
Opportunities across both mainstream and specialist settings

Ideal For Individuals With Experience In:

SEN/ALN support
Youth work or mentoring
Care or residential support
Sports coaching
Behaviour or SEMH support

Apply Today

If you're passionate about supporting young people and looking for flexible, rewarding work across Carmarthenshire, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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