Learning Support Assistant

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA), level 2 

Location: Ty Dysgu Pupil Referral Unit, Merthyr Tydfil 

Position Type: Term Time only, 1 year fixed term, 13 hours per week (Thursday and Friday) 

Salary: Grade 2 SCP 6 £25,989 p.a. pro rata

30.73% of £25,989 = £7,986 p.a. 

Application Deadline: Friday 26th June 2026 

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Shortlisting date: 30th June 2026

Interview date: Thursday 9th July 2026 

Job Description 

Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Level 2 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join Ty Dysgu Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Merthyr. Ty Dysgu is a 3–16 provision that provides a supportive, nurturing, and inclusive environment for pupils who require alternative education pathways. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the educational, social, emotional, and behavioural development of learners acro...