Learning Support Assistant - Nurture & Champion Learners

School visits are essential. Please contact the school and ask to speak to the SENDCO for further information at 020 8697 2441.

What is the role?

The successful candidate will work alongside teaching staff to support the delivery of high-quality classroom practice, provide targeted support to individual pupils or small groups, and contribute to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Who are we looking for?

• Enthusiastic individuals who are deeply committed to supporting the learning and development of all children, with a strong belief in every child’s ability to succeed.
• Ideal candidates will bring a positive, flexible attitude and be adaptable to work across different areas of the school as needed.
• A good standard of literacy and numeracy is essential to effectively support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Previous experience working with children across the primary age range is highly desirable.
• NVQ Level 3 is desirable although we welcome applications from both experienced and inexperienced candidates.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is also desirable.
• Team players who show initiative, build strong relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues, and contribute positively to the wider school community.
• Someone who is reflective in their practice and continually looks for ways to improve outcomes for learners.
• Proactive team players to contribute to a nurturing environment where children thrive.
• Individuals committed to ongoing professional development and who are eager to grow in their role through training and feedback.
• Maintaining confidentiality and upholding a high standard of professionalism is crucial.

We offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community that celebrates cultural diversity.
• High-quality dynamic learning environments that promote children’s independence and curiosity.
• Engaged children with positive embedded learning behaviours.
• Access to excellent professional development and clear routes for career progression.
• A supportive and knowledgeable team within the school.
• Full access to generous local government pension scheme and benefits.
• A positive commitment to staff well-being with wider benefits including workload reduction, preferential school places after successful completion of the probationary period, access to free childcare and personal development.

Safeguarding Notice: Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted. References will be requested for those shortlisted only and prior to interview. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, online searches will be completed as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates, searching online content that is publicly available for inappropriate online content that may suggest that a shortlisted candidate may not be suitable to work with children, or that may harm the reputation of the school. If any issues of concern come up in online searches, shortlisted candidates will have the opportunity to address these at interview. An Enhanced DBS certificate will be required on provisional offer, including a check of the Children’s Barred List. Further vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, will be completed following a provisional offer of employment. Where applicable, if an applicant with a provisional offer of employment has lived or worked outside the UK, they will be required to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct.

Burnt Ash Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Our school safeguarding policy can be downloaded.

Equal Opportunities: As an equal opportunities employer, Burnt Ash Academy welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of staff and children, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our children and staff.

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