At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with learning difficulties to reach their full potential and achieve personal goals.
- Company: Thriving independent secondary school with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time work, excellent training, and healthy subsidised lunches.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and access to onsite nursery facilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 education or above, creativity, and passion for student support.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
We are looking for a committed individual with a passion for helping pupils succeed. The successful applicant will support pupils with a range of mild Specific Learning Difficulties and neurodiversity, most commonly dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, ADHD or ASC. Thames is a thriving mainstream and diverse independent secondary school located next to Clapham Junction station, in a brand new, purpose built premises. A recent CReSTeD inspection report stated: “Thames should be a blueprint for all schools aiming to meet the needs of mainstream students, alongside those with additional learning needs.” The SEND department consists of a number of highly qualified learning support teachers and learning support assistants.
If you are passionate about making a difference, working in a school where pupils are valued as individuals and inspired to learn, we are keen to hear from you.
The role:
- To support individual students to access their full learning potential and assist them in achieving their personal outcomes.
- To work flexibly, with patience, understanding and kindness, taking into account the individual needs of pupils and adapting to circumstance.
- To support the subject teachers in the delivery of their planned lessons and personalised learning for some of our pupils with special educational needs or disabilities.
- To assist with the carrying out and recording of appropriate assessment of these pupils.
- Working effectively with the SENDCo, subject teachers and specialist staff to contribute to the records of these pupils’ progress.
- Assist classroom teachers with the development and provision of resources.
The successful candidate will:
- Be educated to Level 3 or above.
- Be a creative, inventive and dedicated practitioner with a real passion for supporting pupils to achieve their best.
- Be confident working within a cloud-based IT system.
- Be excited by the school’s vision and respect the school’s values.
In return we offer:
- Competitive salary with benefits.
- Working term time & Insets only.
- Excellent CPD and staff mentoring programme.
- Active pastoral care of staff including access to the Employee Assistance Programme provided by BUPA Healthy Minds.
- Opportunities for career development.
- Access to onsite nursery facilities for 2-4 year olds.
- Delicious and healthy subsidised school lunches.
To apply for this post:
Fully completed application form, together with your CV, should be returned as soon as possible. Our standard application form must be completed, CVs on their own will not be considered. Applications will be considered on receipt and interviews may occur at any stage.
Learning Support Assistant – September 2026 in London employer: Thames Christian School
Thames is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every staff member is valued. Located next to Clapham Junction, the school provides excellent professional development opportunities, a strong mentoring programme, and a commitment to staff well-being through initiatives like the Employee Assistance Programme. With a focus on individual growth and a collaborative culture, Thames is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of its pupils and staff alike.
