Full-Time | Long-Term | Immediate Start Tradewind Recruitment is working with a small, community-focused primary school in Kensington that is looking for a Learning Support Assistant to join their Year 1 team. This is a full-time, long-term position starting ASAP, supporting pupils with additional needs alongside the class teacher. The role will involve providing classroom support and helping pupils access the Year 1 curriculum, with a particular focus on children with SEN. You may be supporting pupils with autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH). The school is looking for someone who can adapt their approach to individual pupils, encourage independence and help children feel settled and confident in the classroom. The School This is a one-form entry primary school with a strong community feel. Staff work closely together and know their pupils well, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. It's a good opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a smaller school and wants to make a genuine difference to children's learning and development. Pay £95 per day for candidates with a minimum of three months' experience supporting children or young people in an educational, care or SEND setting. £100 per day for candidates who hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and have over 12 months' previous experience supporting pupils with SEND, including ASC, ADHD, SEMH or SLD, or experience with personal care. Pay is processed directly through our payroll team, with no umbrella company deductions. The Ideal Candidate Will: Have experience supporting children in a primary school, ideally in KS1 Have some experience working with pupils with SEN Be confident adapting support to suit individual learning and behavioural needs Be patient, consistent and able to build positive relationships with pupils Work well with the class teacher and wider school team Be available for a full-time, long-term role starting ASAP Requirements Previous experience working with children in an educational, care or SEND setting Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply Professional references Why Work with Tradewind? Weekly pay through our payroll team Ongoing support from an experienced consultant Access to 45+ CPD training courses Simple online timesheet system Free social and networking events £100 referral bonus If you're an LSA or Teaching Assistant with SEN experience looking for a long-term role in Kensington, apply now. For more information, contact Nick Francis on (phone number removed) (option 2) or email
Year 1 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - Kensington in London employer: Tradewind Recruitment
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