Unqualified Learning Support Assistant
Location: Caerphilly, South Wales
Hours: 8:30am – 3:00pm | Term-Time Only
Start Date: 7th September 2025 – July 2026
Pay: £500 per week via PAYEE with weekly pay
Kickstart Your Career in Education – No Experience Needed!
Are you passionate about supporting young people and looking to begin a rewarding career in education?
Teaching Personnel is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to work as Unqualified Learning Support Assistants in secondary schools across Caerphilly. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates, career changers, youth workers, care workers, or anyone eager to gain hands-on experience in a school setting.
You’ll play a vital role in supporting students aged 11–18, particularly those with Additional Learning Needs (ALN) including Autism (ASD), ADHD, Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and challenging behaviour.
Whether you’re considering a future in teaching, educational psychology, or special educational needs, this role provides the perfect foundation.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who are:
Passionate about working with young people
Caring, patient, and proactive
Strong communicators with good interpersonal skills
Interested in education, youth work, or learning support
Willing to complete required training modules
Able to commute to schools in the Caerphilly area
Willing to apply for an Enhanced DBS and register with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) — full support provided
Able to provide two professional references
Full Training Provided
Before starting, you’ll receive FREE accredited online training including:
Introduction to Teaching Assistance
Level 2 Safeguarding
Positive Behaviour Support
Prevent Duty: Safeguarding Against Radicalisation
Autism Awareness & Inclusive Strategies
SEND & Thrive Approaches for Emotional Wellbeing
What You’ll Receive
FREE CPD-accredited training before you begin
Trial placement opportunities in local secondary schools
Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant
Valuable classroom experience to build your confidence and career prospects
Why Work with Teaching Personnel?
Long-term, stable placements
Career progression and development opportunities
Access to additional training including Team Teach and Cover Supervisor courses
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Regular school feedback to help you grow professionally
£50 referral bonus when you recommend a teacher or teaching assistant
Full access to the MyTPwork app, allowing you to:
Manage your availability and diary
Accept work easily
Access free online CPD training courses
Apply Today
No classroom experience? No problem.
If you’re motivated to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives and want to start your journey in education, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to arrange your registration.
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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