Graduate LSA

Aston Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization is seeking a Graduate Learning Support Assistant to join a vibrant secondary school in Lewisham, Southeast London. The role involves creating an inclusive learning environment and providing support to students with special educational needs. Candidates should have a degree and GCSEs in English and Maths, along with excellent communication skills. This is a permanent position offering a salary between £21,688 and £23,274.

Benefits

Excellent modern facilities

An extensive support network

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Excellent professional development programme

Lifestyle and discount savings

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Headspace app

Staff development - Secondment Opportunities

Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• Degree 2:2 or above.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with children or young people with special needs (SEN).

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide in-class, one-on-one or small group support to students with SEND.
• Assist with classroom activities and monitor student progress.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience working with children or young people with special needs (SEN)

Education

GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)

Degree 2:2 or above

Job description

Job:

Graduate LSA

Employer:

Secondary Academy, Lewisham, Southeast London

Actual Annual Salary:

£21,688 - £23,274

Start date:

As soon as possible

Contract:

Permanent, 35 hours per week, Mondays to Fridays 8am to 4pm, term time only (42-week contract)

Aston Education is looking for a dynamic Graduate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join this Ofsted Good 11-18 mainstream secondary school in Lewisham, Southeast London.

The school offers:

• Excellent modern facilities
• An extensive support network
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free parking
• Excellent professional development programme
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Headspace app
• Staff development - Secondment Opportunities
• Ride to Work and Cycle to Work Schemes
• Season ticket loans

They are looking for an LSA to work closely with students who require additional support to reach their full potential. Your primary responsibility will be to create a positive and inclusive learning environment while providing in‑class, one‑on‑one or small group support to students with SEND.

You will assist with classroom activities, monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with other professionals such as the SENCO, teachers and the SEND team.

This role would suit either those thinking of a career in teaching or someone who just enjoys working with young people.

Qualifications & Experience required include:

• GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• Degree 2:2 or above
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with children or young people with special needs (SEN)

This is a vibrant and oversubscribed school and it’s part of a respected medium size Multi‑Academy Trust.

Closing date:

As soon as possible

Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat and to apply for this permanent Graduate LSA job.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.