Graduate Learning Support Assistant

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant in Gravesend for a primary school. This role offers the chance to support children with additional learning needs, providing individual and group assistance to improve their learning outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a 2:1 degree or above and a passion for education. You will gain valuable experience in SEND support, contributing to personal and professional growth in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Regular training and mentoring

Community-focused school

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Holds a degree in any subject.
• Demonstrates strong communication, empathy, and flexibility.
• Genuine passion for working with young children and supporting SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support behaviour management using positive strategies.
• Track pupil progress and contribute to feedback sessions.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Patience

Resilience

Education

2:1 or above degree

Job description

Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Primary School in Gravesend – Full Time – September/October Start – Earn between £500-£600 per week

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Job Summary

Before you hit apply to this Graduate Learning Support Assistant role, please consider the following…

Have you recently Graduate from a top-30 university with a 2:1 or 1st in Education, Psychology, English or related subject and are exciting to support young leaners in overcoming learning barriers?

Do you have patience, empathy, and the ability to adapt your approach to help children with additional learning needs thrive in the classroom?

Are you seeking an opportunity to grow skills in SEND provision, behaviour support, and classroom strategies, perhaps a stepping stone to education, child psychology or SEN specialism?

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: About the Opportunity

KPi Education is proud to partner with a caring and ambitious primary school in Gravesend, which values inclusion, diversity and strong pastoral care. The school has a reputation for excellent SEND support, small class sizes, dedicated resources, and staff who are committed to helping all pupils succeed.

As a Graduate LSA, you’ll work closely with the school’s SEND team, assisting pupils who require additional support, helping to improve their outcomes, confidence, and engagement. You’ll gain hands-on experience in one-to-one support, small-group interventions, and behaviour support strategies, working in a safe and structured environment that values professional development and safeguarding.

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Job Role

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND, helping them access and engage with lessons
• Support behaviour management using positive strategies, while encouraging pupils’ social and emotional development
• Work with the teacher and SENDCo to adapt lessons, prepare resources, and ensure learning is accessible
• Track pupil progress and contribute to feedback sessions with staff and parents
• Assist with personal care needs where required, always in a respectful and supportive manner
• Follow safeguarding procedures, maintain safe practice, and prioritise pupil welfare at all times

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Candidate Specification

• Holds a 2:1 or above degree in any subject
• Demonstrates strong communication, empathy, and flexibility
• Has a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting SEND
• Is resilient, patient, and can adapt to varied learning and behavioural needs
• Has understanding or willingness to learn about SEND tools and strategies (visual supports, differentiated instruction, etc.)
• Possesses good safeguarding knowledge; first aid training is a plus
• Previous experience in a school, tutoring or volunteering role is desirable but not essential

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Why Join Us

• Make a real difference every day, supporting pupils to achieve, grow in confidence, and access learning they might otherwise struggle with
• Gain valuable SEND experience that will strengthen your application for teacher training, educational psychology, or SEN specialist roles
• Work in a primary school environment with strong leadership, a supportive SENDCo, and colleagues who truly care about staff development
• Access to regular training, mentoring, and CPD to grow both personally and professionally
• A community-focused school where every child is valued, behaviour is managed well, and safety, well-being and inclusion are top priorities

Graduate Learning Support Assistant: Application Process

If you’re a motivated graduate who cares about inclusion and wants to launch your education career with hands-on SEND experience, click Apply Now to submit your CV.

Closing date: 2nd October

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