Connex - Bristol
Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Weston-Super-Mare
Salary: £93 – 100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Start date: September 2026
To apply, you must show proof of right to work in the UK.
About the role
Connex Education are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to work across a variety of primary schools in Weston-Super-Mare. We have opportunities available on a day-to-day supply basis, as well as short-term and long-term placements starting from September 2026.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping pupils to access learning and reach their full potential. You may support children on a one-to-one basis, work with small groups and creating a supportive learning environment.
This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children’s learning, development, and well-being in a positive classroom environment.
Why Join Connex Education?
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE paid weekly
- Free access to our Teaching Assistant Toolkit skills development package comprising over 24 courses
- Funded formal qualifications, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HLTA and Level 5 TEFL
- Wellbeing programme and refresher training for life in a 21st century classroom
Person Specification
- Experience working with children aged 4–11 in a UK primary school setting
- Good communication and behaviour management skills
- Understanding of classroom routines and the primary curriculum
- Knowledge of Phonics and Read, Write Inc. is desirable
- Organised, adaptable and enthusiastic
- Must hold a DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one
Are you interested?
If you are interested or would like to discuss further opportunities, please apply today!
Feel free to contact the Bristol office at 0117 486 5001 or email us at [email protected] to find out more.
Protected Characteristics Statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. All appointments will be made subject to a DBS check. Connex Education Partnership is committed to a policy of equal opportunities. We respect and value cultural and religious diversity and will not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, culture, marital status or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit alone.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.