Learning Support Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A learning support assistant role at a SEMH primary school in West Drayton is available from September 2026. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:45pm, during term time.

You will work with teachers to help pupils access learning, providing academic and pastoral support throughout the school day. The ideal candidate will have experience with SEMH needs, be patient and reliable, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs is advantageous.
• Patience, caring attitude and passion for pupil development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, proactive and committed to making a positive difference in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in the classroom to access learning and reach their potential.
• Provide one-to-one or small group academic and pastoral support.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement learning plans and monitor progress.

Skills

Experience with SEMH

Job description

Location: West Drayton Start Date: September 2026

A SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) primary school in West Drayton is looking to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join their team on a full-time basis from September 2026.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30am – 3:45pm
• Full-time, term-time role

The Role:

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers to support pupils in the classroom, helping them to access learning and achieve their full potential. You may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups, providing both academic and pastoral support throughout the school day.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have experience working with children or young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs (school experience is desirable but not essential).
• Be patient, caring and passionate about supporting pupils with their learning and development.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be reliable, proactive and committed to making a positive difference in the classroom.

Interview Details:

Interviews are taking place tomorrow at 4:00pm.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

Contact: Tessa Ejehu

Telephone: [phone] | Ext: 1044