Learning Support Assistant

Reeson Education; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a Greenwich primary school. The role involves supporting pupils across KS2 with additional learning needs, delivering a mix of in-class support, small-group interventions, and targeted one-to-one work to help pupils access the curriculum.

You will collaborate with the SENCo and class teachers, helping pupils stay focused, break down tasks, and build confidence in literacy and numeracy.

Qualifications

• Has prior experience supporting pupils in a primary school setting.
• Is confident working with children with SEN or additional learning needs.
• Can adapt learning tasks to suit individual abilities.
• Is patient, proactive, and reliable.
• Works well as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils across KS2.
• Deliver small-group interventions and targeted one-to-one work.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and stay focused during lessons.
• Support literacy and numeracy development.

Skills

Experience in primary school

SEN experience

Adapt learning tasks

Patience and reliability

Team collaboration

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Greenwich

Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Greenwich (near Woolwich Arsenal Station)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £95-£115 per day
Year Group: KS2
Support Type: SEN and academic support

About the Role

A supportive and inclusive Greenwich primary school is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work across KS2, supporting pupils who require additional help to access the curriculum. This role involves a mix of in-class support, small-group interventions, and targeted one-to-one work.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will help pupils stay focused, break down learning tasks, and build confidence in literacy and numeracy. The school has clear SEN systems in place and provides strong guidance from the SENCo and class teachers.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is keen to appoint a Learning Support Assistant who:

• Has prior experience supporting pupils in a primary school setting

• Is confident working with children with SEN or additional learning needs

• Can adapt learning tasks to suit individual abilities

• Is patient, proactive, and reliable

• Works well as part of a collaborative team

What the School Offers

• Supportive leadership and a clear SEN framework

• A settled KS2 environment with positive behaviour

• Long-term stability and consistent routines

• Ongoing guidance and professional development

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%