Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Abbots Langley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nurturing primary school as a Learning Support Assistant in Abbots Langley. This role focuses on supporting children with additional learning needs, helping them develop confidence and skills to succeed. The position offers a friendly environment with opportunities for professional growth, making it ideal for both experienced and new candidates in education.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative team

Positive and inclusive school culture

Focus on wellbeing and staff support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in school or similar settings.
• Ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs.
• Strong nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional learning needs.
• Help children develop confidence and overcome learning barriers.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Compassion

Job description

Learning Support Assistant
Location: Abbots Langley Langley, Berkshire
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Local Government Pension Scheme
Contract Type: Full Time, Term Time Only (Permanent)
Start Date: September 2025

Support, Encourage, and Empower – Join a Nurturing Primary School as a Learning Support Assistant

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual with a desire to support children in reaching their full potential? Do you enjoy working in a caring, inclusive environment where every child is valued?

Our client, a friendly and inclusive primary school based in Langley, is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their committed team. The school prides itself on creating a warm, respectful, and encouraging learning environment that enables all pupils to thrive – both academically and personally.

About the Role:
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and SENCOs to support pupils with additional learning needs, both in the classroom and through targeted interventions. This rewarding role involves helping children develop confidence, overcome barriers to learning, and build the skills they need to succeed.

Whether you are an experienced LSA or looking to begin a fulfilling career in education, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive school community that puts children first.

What Our Client Offers:

• A positive and inclusive school culture with strong values

• A supportive and collaborative team of staff

• Training and development opportunities to help you grow professionally

• Engaged and enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning

• A focus on wellbeing and staff support

What They're Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people (in school or similar settings)

• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• The ability to adapt support to meet individual pupil needs

• A genuine passion for helping children learn and grow

If you are ready to make a difference in a child’s life and be part of a values-driven school community, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply:
Please send your CV to

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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