Learning Support Assistant

Acorn Care and Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A compassionate educational institution in London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to help children with autism thrive in a specialist setting. Join a team focused on tailored educational support while enjoying a 4-day workweek offering full-time pay. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, supervising pupils, and contributing to individual educational needs. Ideal candidates will have GCSE qualifications, effective communication skills, and a passion for helping children succeed.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism is highly desirable.
• A calm and patient approach when working with children.
• Commitment to safeguarding and high professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, structured learning activities.
• Assist pupils to access the curriculum and maximise learning opportunities.
• Supervise pupils during breaks and mealtimes.

Skills

Compassion and patience

Effective communication

Teamwork

Empathy and consistency

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE Grade C / Level 4 in English and Maths

Job description

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Kestrel House School, Crouch End, London N8 9EA
Salary: £24,675 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 36 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Mon‑Tues 8.15am-4.15pm, Weds 8.15am-4pm, Thurs 8.15am-3.45pm, Fri 8.15am-3.30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Please note: UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Kestrel House School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our supportive and skilled team. This is a rewarding opportunity to help children and young people with autism thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally—within a specialist education setting.

Every day brings new challenges, new successes, and the chance to make a lasting impact.

About the Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting teaching and learning across the school. Working closely with class teachers, the Senior Leadership Team, and a multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will help deliver tailored educational support that meets the individual needs of our pupils.

You’ll help create a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where children feel understood, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, structured learning activities
• Assist pupils to access the curriculum and maximise learning opportunities
• Contribute to target setting, assessment, record keeping, and progress monitoring
• Support and contribute to Statutory Reviews and professional meetings
• Help plan, prepare, and organise learning materials and resources
• Work alongside MDT professionals and implement recommended strategies
• Record pupil observations as requested by teaching staff
• Act as a positive role model at all times
• Supervise pupils during breaks, mealtimes, and off‑site activities
• Contribute to risk assessments for activities and educational visits
• Undertake all required training and professional development
• Collaborate with colleagues and professionals to support pupils’ social, emotional, educational, health, and mental health needs
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times

What We’re Looking For

• A caring, patient, and reliable individual with a genuine passion for supporting children with autism
• Someone who works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues and professionals
• A positive role model who understands the importance of consistency, empathy, and structure
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and high professional standards
• Willingness to undertake training and develop specialist skills
• GCSE Grade C / Level 4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent) – essential
• Calm, empathetic, and patient approach to working with children
• Team player with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Genuine interest in supporting children with special educational needs
• Previous SEN or classroom experience – highly desirable
• Adaptable, resilient, and ready for a rewarding challenge

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• And a market‑leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit