Learning Support Assistant – Primary School

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Learning Support Assistant – Primary School

September 2026 Full–Time & Part–Time Opportunities Aspire People

Have you worked with children but don't have a Teaching Assistant qualification?

Aspire People are recruiting Learning Support Assistants to work within primary schools from September 2026.

We're particularly interested in people with experience working with children or young people in other settings. You don't necessarily need a formal TA qualification if you can demonstrate the right transferable experience and a genuine understanding of working with children.

This could be an excellent opportunity if you've previously worked as a youth worker, tutor, sports coach, mentor, childcare professional, children's activity leader or have previous experience within a school.

The Role May Include:

Supporting pupils within the classroom

Providing 1:1 and small–group support

Assisting with Reading, Writing and Maths activities

Supporting pupils with SEND and additional needs

Helping children remain engaged with their learning

Supporting positive behaviour and classroom routines

Encouraging confidence, independence and social development

Working closely with teachers and support staff

We're Looking For:

Recent experience working with children or young people

Strong communication and relationship–building skills

Patient, supportive and adaptable approach

Confidence working with different personalities and needs

Genuine interest in working within a primary school

Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Transferable Experience Could Include:

Youth work

Professional tutoring

Sports coaching

Childcare

Mentoring

Nursery/early years work

Children's activity programmes

Previous school–based experience

A TA qualification is not essential for the right candidate, although relevant qualifications and recent school experience would be advantageous.

Why Aspire People?

September 2026 opportunities

Full–time and part–time roles

Daily, short–term and long–term positions

Potential permanent opportunities

Access to a wide range of primary schools

Dedicated consultant support

If you've worked with children and are considering taking your experience into education, get in touch with Aspire People today.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

Ad ID: 5418836482