Learning Support Assistant

Location: Shepton Mallet
Job Type: Contract
Reference: LL121225G
Salary: £13.75 - £15/hour + PAYE
Job Published: 12 December 2025

Full Time Learning Support Assistant

Primary School near Shepton Mallet

If you love helping children feel confident, curious and proud of what they can do, this full time LSA role could be a brilliant match.

We’re supporting a welcoming primary school just outside Shepton Mallet that’s looking for someone kind, patient and ready to get stuck in. They need an LSA who can build strong relationships, bring positivity to the classroom and offer steady support to pupils who need a little extra encouragement.

What you’ll be doing

  • Supporting pupils across the school with their learning, independence and wellbeing

  • Helping to create calm, upbeat classroom environments where every child feels included

  • Working closely with class teachers to deliver engaging activities

  • Offering tailored support to pupils with additional needs where required

What the school is hoping for

  • Someone warm, reliable and keen to make a real difference

  • Experience supporting children in a school setting or similar environment

  • A great communicator who enjoys working as part of a friendly team

  • Flexibility, patience and a positive, solution-focused attitude

Why this school

You’ll be joining a nurturing staff team who genuinely look out for each other. Pupils are lively, kind and full of big ideas, and the leadership team is committed to making sure staff feel supported and valued.

With Protocol Education, you’ll also have access to free training, including Thrive, plus ongoing help from a team who want you to succeed.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to support your application.