Learning Support Assistant

Ethos Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Hammersmith is seeking a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to support pupils with SEND, including autism and speech difficulties. You will collaborate with teachers to foster a positive learning environment. This role provides an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' lives while working within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND such as autism, speech and language difficulties.
• Commitment to helping every child thrive with a patient and creative approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with SEND.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to help pupils access learning.
• Support pupils' academic and social-emotional skills.

Skills

Experience working with children with SEND

Patience

Creativity

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistant - Hammersmith – Full time. A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Hammersmith is looking for a full-time Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join their team. This long-term role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs such as autism, speech and language difficulties, and learning challenges across the primary age range. As an LSA, you’ll work closely with class teachers and the school’s SENCo to provide 1:1 support and lead small group interventions. You’ll play a vital role in helping pupils feel confident, included, and ready to learn both academically and socially.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive staff team in a school that values patience, creativity, and a child-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with SEND and lead small group interventions as directed by the class teacher and SENCo.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and implement strategies to help pupils access learning and participate in class activities.
• Support pupils to develop academic and social-emotional skills in a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEND (e.g., autism, speech and language difficulties, learning challenges).
• Commitment to helping every child thrive and a patient, creative, child-centred approach.