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.
