At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with additional needs to thrive in a welcoming primary school.
- Company: Inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets with a strong community ethos.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, ongoing training, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Long-term position with immediate trials and potential for future opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND or relevant child-focused experience preferred but not essential.
A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a committed Learning Support Assistant to join its team from September. The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with pupils who need additional support to access learning, develop independence and build confidence. The school has a strong community ethos and prides itself on creating a safe, structured and supportive environment where every child is known and valued.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or graduate with relevant child-focused experience who wants to develop within a supportive primary school.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
- Deliver targeted interventions to develop literacy, numeracy and communication
- Work one-to-one with pupils who require consistent support
- Help children develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
- Adapt activities to ensure pupils can access the curriculum
- Build strong and positive relationships with children and colleagues
- Work closely with teachers and the school's SEN team
The successful Learning Support Assistant will play an important part in helping pupils overcome barriers and make meaningful progress.
The Person We're Looking For
The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is patient, proactive and genuinely committed to helping children succeed. Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH or other SEND would be highly beneficial. However, the school will also consider enthusiastic graduates, tutors, youth workers and other candidates with relevant transferable experience.
You should be:
- Calm and consistent in your approach
- Confident supporting children with different needs and abilities
- Able to use your initiative while following guidance from teachers
- A strong communicator and positive team player
- Committed to building meaningful relationships with pupils
Why Apply for This Learning Support Assistant Role?
- Join a welcoming and supportive school community
- Work alongside experienced teachers and inclusion staff
- Gain valuable experience across classroom support and interventions
- Access ongoing training and professional development
- Competitive daily pay
- Excellent opportunity to develop your career in education
- Long-term position with potential for future opportunities
Learning Support Assistant trials are taking place ASAP, and the school is keen to meet suitable candidates immediately. If you are a dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Tower Hamlets, apply today. This Learning Support Assistant position starts on Monday 14th September 2026 and is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.
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