Learning Support Assistant

St John's School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

St John’s School in Greater London is seeking Learning Support Assistants for term-time permanent positions. Roles involve supporting pupils with special educational needs, engaging and inspiring learners, and working 32.5 hours per week across flexible patterns.

The school offers Local Government Pension Scheme membership, a supportive staff team, a thorough induction, and a commitment to staff wellbeing. Closing date 25 September 2026; start ASAP after interview.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS clearance required.
• Satisfactory references and health clearance required.
• Social media checks will be carried out.
• Probationary period applies.
• CVs will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with severe learning difficulties in learning activities.
• Engage and inspire pupils to participate in class and group tasks.
• Assist teachers in preparing materials and supervising breaks and transitions.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support as directed by the teaching team.

Job description

St John’s School provides special education for children and young people with severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties, aged two to nineteen. We are part of Bedford Inclusive Learning and Training Trust.

We are looking to recruit Learning Support Assistants who demonstrate enthusiasm and a 'can do' attitude for term-time permanent positions working 32.5 hours per week. The successful candidates will be friendly and reliable with an interest in joining our team to engage and inspire our wonderful pupils.

What we can offer you:

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

174 incredible young people with severe and complex learning difficulties, aged 2-19

A real commitment to staff wellbeing including access to a 24hour year round employee assistance service.

A specialist, determined, committed and friendly staff team

A thorough induction programme

A well-resourced and inspiring learning environment

Closing date for applications: 25th September 2026

Interview date: to be confirmed

Start Date: ASAP

There are opportunities for various hours and working patterns, including a 3‑day working week; these can be discussed at the interview stage.

We reserve the right to close the advert earlier should sufficient applications be received so early application is encouraged.

This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance, satisfactory references, social media checks, health clearance, and a probationary period. This post is exempt from The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. CVs cannot be accepted.

BILTT is committed to safeguarding, Prevent, the welfare of pupils and ensuring equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and corers; irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, belief, sex or sexual orientation and expects staff to share that commitment.