Type: Contract
Location: Cardiff
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Pay: £80-90 per day
Are you passionate about supporting children in their learning and development? Elementa is partnering with a welcoming school setting to recruit motivated Learning Support Assistants who are ready to help pupils achieve their full potential.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced education support staff who are caring, reliable, and committed to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:
Support pupils’ learning, engagement, and personal development in line with school policies and frameworks
Assist in creating a safe, stimulating, and inclusive classroom environment
Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to meet the individual needs of each pupil
Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and safeguarding at all times
To be considered, candidates should have:
Previous experience supporting children in a school or educational setting
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration in the appropriate category
Desirable qualifications:
CACHE Level 2 or Level 3, or equivalent education/childcare qualification
Experience supporting pupils with additional learning needs (SEND)
All applications will be managed by Elementa as the recruitment partner. Elementa is committed to safeguarding children and will conduct full pre-screening to assess suitability for this role.
Appointments are subject to:
A successful interview process
Satisfactory references
Safeguarding & Prevent training
Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration
Enhanced DBS Disclosure (£64.20 if not on the Update Service)
Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period
If you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply with your full, up-to-date CV. All applicants will receive a prompt response.
Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off
PAYE contract – standard employee protections
Training & Support – free or discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
Dedicated candidate manager – regular welfare contact and ongoing support
Fair pay policy – paid to scale, with any variation agreed in writing
Additional support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more
Not currently based in the UK
Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
Without UK school experience
Interested?
Click Apply Now or contact us via phone or email for more information. Please apply with your full, up-to-date CV. All applicants will be promptly responded to.
