Learning support worker - Reception

Job Description

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Reception Learning Support Worker – CardiffStart Date: SeptemberHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pmContract: Term-time only (approx. 12 weeks off per year)

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Worker to join a welcoming primary school in Cardiff, supporting children within a Reception class.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about early years education who is looking to make a real impact during the most important stages of a child’s development.

The Role

You will be working closely with the class teacher to support pupils aged 4–5, helping to create a nurturing, engaging, and safe learning environment. The role will involve both general classroom support and working 1:1 or in small groups with children who may need additional guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children with early learning skills including phonics, reading, and basic numeracy
• Assisting with classroom activities through play-based learning
• Providing 1:1 support where required, including children with additional learning needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and social development
• Supporting the teacher with classroom preparation and daily routines
• Ensuring the safeguarding and wellbeing of all pupils at all times

Requirements

• Experience working with children (school, nursery, childcare, or similar)
• Strong understanding of Early Years/Foundation Phase learning
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s development

Desirable (but not essential)

• Experience working with SEN/ALN
• Relevant qualifications in childcare or education
• Knowledge of phonics programmes and early learning strategies

What’s on Offer

• Consistent Monday–Friday hours 
• Term-time only role with approximately 12 weeks off per year
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within Early Years education
• Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. xwzovoh For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.