Primary Learning Support Assistant – Coalville

DATE POSTED

Subject

General

Job Branch & Location

East Midlands - Coalville

Job Setting & Role

Primary - Support
Supply
£92.62 - £95 PER DAY DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for a caring and enthusiastic Primary Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Coalville on a full-time, long-term supply basis starting September 2026. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils both within the classroom and through targeted interventions, helping them to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other support staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Support teaching and learning activities across the primary age range.

 

 

  • Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils who require additional assistance.

 

 

  • Assist children with SEND and other learning needs.

 

 

  • Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and independence.

 

 

  • Help maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.

 

 

  • Support the implementation of individual learning plans and interventions.

 

 

  • Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting observations to teaching staff.

 

 

  • Promote positive behaviour and support the school’s safeguarding policies.

 

Pre-requisites:

  • Previous experience working with primary-aged children is desirable.

 

  • Experience supporting children with SEND would be advantageous.

 

  • A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach.

 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

 

  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

 

  • Good literacy and numeracy skills.

 

  • Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

 

  • Right to work in the UK.

 

 

Job Reference: JT25LJ158392

PLEASE APPLY BELOW, OR CALL US NOW ON 0116 303 2238

Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.

To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.

Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

APPLY FOR THIS POSITION NOW

"*" indicates required fields

Name*
Accepted file types: pdf, txt, png, jpg, jpeg, doc, docx, rtf, xls, xlsx, Max. file size: 8 MB.