At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help create a positive learning environment for students.
- Company: Welcoming primary school with a focus on staff wellbeing and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and potential for contract extension.
- Other info: Full-time role with excellent training opportunities and supportive leadership.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 1 year of experience as a Learning Support Assistant and up-to-date safeguarding training.
The predicted salary is between 27353 - 33431 £ per year.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Prospero Teaching is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant for a Primary school in IG11, Barking. The school is a welcoming mainstream primary school with a supportive and approachable senior leadership team, who are committed to staff wellbeing and professional development. As the school continues to grow from strength to strength, it offers excellent opportunities for growth, training and career progression. The position is open to experienced teaching assistants. Depending on performance the school would look at either extending the contract or offering a permanent position.
CONTRACT/POSITION DETAILS
- Location - Barking, IG11
- Position - Learning Support Assistant
- Type of work - Teaching Assistant - supporting class teacher, preparation, maintaining classroom etc
- Contract or position start date - October 2026
- Duration / Likely Duration - end of the academic year July 2027
- Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary Contract
- Full time/part time - full time
- Minimum rate of pay - Minimum rate £95 per day
- Hours - 8:30 am - 4pm : Mon - Fri (term time only)
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 1 year Learning Support Assistant experience in the UK
- Up to date Safeguarding training issued in the last year
TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:
- Hold Right to Work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
- Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years
OTHER
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up to date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
Prospero Teaching is able to offer the successful candidate:
- Accredited continued professional development courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
- In-house Training and Development Team
Learning Support Assistant in Barking employer: Prospero Teaching Careers
Prospero Teaching is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises professional development and collaboration among staff. Located in Hounslow, the school provides a supportive environment where educators can thrive, with opportunities to inspire students and contribute to their academic success while enjoying competitive pay and a commitment to work-life balance.
