At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils in a small class setting, helping them engage with their education.
- Company: A highly regarded Pupil Referral Unit in Lewisham with a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Opportunity for temp-to-perm role with professional development.
- Other info: Work closely with experienced teachers in a structured and positive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people; patience and adaptability are key.
The predicted salary is between 28568 - 34916 £ per year.
A highly regarded Pupil Referral Unit in Lewisham is seeking a committed and adaptable Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis. With just 7 pupils per class, subject-specific teaching and an excellent reputation for leadership and pupil outcomes, this is a fantastic opportunity for an LSA who wants to work in a genuinely supportive and structured environment.
The Role
- Support pupils across a range of subject-specific lessons
- Provide one-to-one and small-group learning support
- Help pupils remain focused, engaged and ready to learn
- Support pupils with SEMH, behavioural and additional learning needs
- Build positive relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries
- Assist teachers with differentiated activities and classroom resources
- Support pupils with emotional regulation and confidence
- Encourage independence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning
- Contribute to individual pupil support and progress
- Work closely with teaching, pastoral and SEN teams
About You
- Experienced working with children or young people
- Academically confident and able to support across multiple subjects
- Patient, calm and consistent
- Confident managing challenging behaviour
- Able to build positive relationships with pupils who may have disengaged from mainstream education
- Resilient and adaptable
- Passionate about helping young people achieve their potential
- Previous experience within a PRU, AP, SEMH setting or secondary school would be advantageous, although strong candidates from youth work, mentoring or other relevant backgrounds will also be considered.
Location: Lewisham
Role: PRU Learning Support Assistant
Class Size: 7 pupils
Contract: Temp-to-perm
Start: September 2026
PRU Learning Support Assistant employer: Ribbons & Reeves
Ribbons & Reeves is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Tower Hamlets where you can truly make a difference in the lives of young people. With a strong focus on professional development, ongoing training, and small class sizes, we empower our staff to thrive while fostering a culture of resilience and collaboration. Join us to be part of a team that values impactful mentorship and prioritises the growth of both students and educators alike.
