Learning Support Assistant

Long Term Futures Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd in Wandsworth is recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming girls' secondary school, supporting students across KS3 and KS4.

You will provide academic and pastoral support, work 1:1 and in small groups, and adapt materials for learners with SEN. A proactive, patient approach is essential.

This long-term, term-time role offers weekly pay and a clear route into teacher training or SEN careers.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Learning Support Assistant or SEN TA is desirable.
• Experience working with secondary-aged students.
• Understanding of SEN/SEND and barriers to learning.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Confidence supporting students across different subjects.
• A patient, professional and proactive approach.
• Graduates considering teacher training are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support students across KS3 and KS4
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Support students with SEN and additional learning needs
• Work alongside teachers within mainstream lessons
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions
• Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement
• Support behaviour and emotional wellbeing where required
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers and pastoral team

Skills

Experience as LSA/TA

Secondary students

Literacy & numeracy support

Patience

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Girls' Secondary School - Wandsworth

Full Time Term Time Only Immediate Start

Up to 125 per day Long-Term Opportunity

Long Term Futures are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming girls' secondary school in Wandsworth, supporting students across KS3 and KS4.

The school is looking for a proactive and engaging Learning Support Assistant who can provide additional academic and pastoral support to students, including those with SEN and additional learning needs.

This is a long-term position offering excellent experience for an established LSA/Teaching Assistant or a graduate considering a future career in teaching, SEN or education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students across KS3 and KS4
• Provide 1:1 and small-group learning support
• Support students with SEN and additional learning needs
• Work alongside teachers within mainstream lessons
• Deliver targeted literacy and numeracy interventions
• Adapt learning materials to meet individual needs
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive engagement
• Support behaviour and emotional wellbeing where required
• Work closely with the SENCO, teachers and pastoral team

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEN TA is desirable
• Experience working with secondary-aged students
• Understanding of SEN/SEND and barriers to learning
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Confidence supporting students across different subjects
• A patient, professional and proactive approach
• Graduates considering teacher training are encouraged to apply

Location & Transport - Wandsworth

• Excellent connections through Clapham Junction, Wandsworth Town and Earlsfield
• District Line access via Southfields and East Putney
• Strong bus links throughout Wandsworth
• Accessible from Lambeth, Merton, Richmond, Fulham and surrounding South West London areas

Why Work with Long Term Futures

• Up to 125 per day
• Long-term, stable placement
• Weekly pay
• Experience within a successful girls' secondary school
• No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only
• Free SEN, behaviour and safeguarding CPD
• Excellent pathway towards teacher training or SEN careers
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.