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Temporary

Learning Support Assistant

TeacherActive
Thornhill
money-bag £85.50 - £92.63/day
Posted: 23 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 22 August 2026
Ref: 225405170

Job Title: LSA

Location: Cardiff

Start Date: September

Salary: £14.25 per hour

Are you an experienced LSA with a passion for supporting pupils with Additional Learning Needs?

Do you have experience working within an ALN base or behaviour unit in a primary school?

Are you looking to join a supportive team where you can make a real difference every day?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Cardiff with a well-established ALN base. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where every pupil is encouraged to reach their full potential, supported by a dedicated and experienced staff team.

The school is looking to appoint a full-time LSA on a temporary basis from September. The successful LSA will provide both 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Additional Learning Needs, and experience working within an ALN base or behaviour unit will be highly beneficial. The role requires a patient, resilient and proactive individual who can build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

The successful LSA will have:

• Experience supporting children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)
• Previous experience working within a primary school
• Experience working within an ALN base or behaviour base/unit is desirable
• A positive, patient and resilient approach
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children''s learning and development

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
• 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 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.

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