Learning Support Assistant

HES; Greater London; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Newtons Primary School in Havering is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The role is mainly 1:1, with some group work, and involves working under the class teacher and SENCO to support learning and development.

The successful candidate will be calm, patient and proactive, with experience in supporting pupils with SEN and a track record of working well in a team. Interviews are planned for the week of 2 November 2026 and the post is permanent.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with learning difficulties (SEN).
• 1:1 support experience is essential.
• Calm, kind and patient approach when engaging with children.
• Flexible, proactive and able to use initiative as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Support group activities as required by the class teacher.
• Create simple resources to support pupil learning as appropriate.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO, and liaise with external contacts.

Skills

Calm demeanor

Patience

Cheerful attitude

SEND experience

Team player

Initiative

Job description

32.5 hours per week. 8.30am - 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Newtons Primary School

Telephone:[phone]

Executive Head Teacher:Mrs H McClenaghan

Hours:32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, 8.30am to 3.30pm (half hour unpaid lunch break)

Grade: Grade 1/2 Spinal Point 3 - 5

Contract: Permanent

Required: December 2026

Newtons Primary School is looking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who has experience working with children with a range of special educational needs. The role is predominantly working as a 1:1 Support Assistant but some group work will be required.

Whilst you will be expected to work under the direction of the class teacher you will also have the ability to use your own initiative to organise tasks and activities; creating simple resources to support the pupil’s work as appropriate. You will work closely with the class teacher and the School’s SENCO as well as working in partnership with external contacts to support learning and development.

We are looking for a person who is calm, kind, patient and who:

• Is cheerful, positive and enthusiastic about working with children
• Is experienced in supporting pupils with learning difficulties
• Have a proven track record of successfully supporting children with special educational needs
• Is flexible and able to use their initiative
• Is committed to working as part of a team

Interviews will be held week beginning Monday 2nd November 2026.

(We reserve the right to call suitable candiates for interview before the closing date)

Safeguarding

Havering Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The protection of our pupils from abuse is the responsibility of all staff within our schools, superseding any other considerations. Therefore Havering Schools comply with the Department for Education ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidance.

It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to submit, prior to their interview, a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Upon submission of this information, online checks may be carried out.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; the successful applicant will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure check. Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from obtaining a position with the School.

Equal Opportunities

Havering Schools aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We are committed to equal opportunities in employment regardless of gender, marital status, race, colour, nationality (including citizenship), ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, religious or political affiliation and trade union activities. All matters related to employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.