Learning Suuport Assistant

Permanent full-time job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference LA0506_1780732824
Closing date July 6, 2026
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Learning Support Assistants - Primary School (Near Leeds City Centre)

Start Date: ASAP & September Location: Leeds (City Centre) Contract: Full-time | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Are you passionate about supporting young learners at the start of their education journey?

A friendly and welcoming primary school located close to Leeds City Centre is looking for enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join their supportive team. These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience working across Reception and Key Stage 1 (KS1).

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils both academically and socially. Your work will include a mix of classroom-based support, SEN support, and 1:1 interventions, helping children to thrive in an engaging and inclusive environment.

Flexibility is key, as you will support in a variety of settings and adapt to the needs of pupils and staff across the school.

What We're Looking For

✔ Experience supporting children (school-based or similar), or a strong interest in education ✔ A flexible and adaptable approach to working across Reception and KS1 ✔ Confidence in supporting SEN pupils and delivering 1:1 support where required ✔ Good behaviour management skills and the ability to build positive relationships ✔ A positive attitude, resilience and a great sense of humour

Graduates are warmly encouraged to apply-this is an excellent stepping stone into teaching or educational psychology.

What We Offer

✨ A welcoming and supportive school environment ✨ A collaborative and friendly staff team ✨ Valuable experience across EYFS and KS1 ✨ Temp-to-perm opportunities for long-term career progression ✨ The chance to make a meaningful difference in pupils' early development

How to Apply

Send your CV to ebjelan@veritas-education.com or contact Emma Bjelan on 0113 403 2200 to find out more.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

  • All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
  • Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
  • You must have legal right to work in the UK
  • You must be willing to attend a registration interview

    • Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

    Disclaimer

    'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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