At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children’s learning and development in a vibrant primary school environment.
- Company: Engage Education, a supportive and inclusive educational organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free professional development, and dedicated consultant support.
- Other info: Long-term role starting September 2026 with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable classroom experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for education are essential.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
- Start
- Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only | Long-Term
Are you passionate about supporting children to achieve their full potential?
Engage Education is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets from September 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a real difference to their learning, confidence, and overall development.
Whether you’re an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, graduate, or have a background in childcare, tutoring, youth work, or coaching, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will
- Support pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2 both in the classroom and through small group interventions.
- Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive learning activities.
- Provide additional support to pupils who require help with their learning, confidence, or social development.
- Encourage positive behaviour and promote independence within the classroom.
- Support children with varying learning needs, including those with SEND where required.
- Help prepare classroom resources and create a positive learning environment.
- Build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to support children’s progress and wellbeing.
- We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children in a school, nursery, childcare, tutoring, mentoring, sports coaching, or youth work setting is desirable.
- A caring, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive and flexible attitude with a willingness to learn.
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and development.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Why Join Engage Education?
- September 2026 start.
- Long-term opportunity within a supportive and welcoming primary school in the Isle of Dogs.
- Competitive weekly pay.
- Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
- Dedicated support from an experienced Engage Education consultant.
- Excellent career progression into teaching, SEND support, pastoral care, or educational psychology.
- Opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience in a diverse and vibrant school community.
If you’re enthusiastic about helping children succeed and want to begin or continue your career in education, we’d love to hear from you.
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Learning Support Assistant – Primary School | Isle of Dogs, Tower Hamlets | September 2026 Start in London employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
