Learning Support Assistant. Job in Barnet Education & Training Jobs

Ribbons & Reeves; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment firm is seeking a Learning Support Assistant with a Psychology degree to support teenage boys in Barnet. You will play a significant role in students' educational development by offering individual support to those with learning difficulties. This role offers valuable experience for those aspiring to work in education or mental health.

Benefits

Regular mentoring and training sessions

Well-resourced support structure

Qualifications

• Graduated with First-Class or high 2:1 in Psychology or related field.
• Interest in mental health or education is essential.
• Commitment from September 2025 to July 2026 required.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to students on a 1:1 basis in KS4 and KS5.
• Assist students with Autism, ADHD, and other SEND needs to access learning.

Skills

Interest in adolescent development

Commitment to student welfare

Education

First-Class or high 2:1 degree in Psychology

Academic background from a top UK university

Job description

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant Psychology Graduate (Top UK University)

Location: Barnet, North London
Contract: September 2025 - July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: £105.00 per day (PAYE)
Interviews: June/July 2025

Are you a Psychology graduate from a top UK university with a First-Class or high 2:1 degree? Are you ready to gain meaningful experience supporting teenage boys with additional learning needs?

We are working with a high-performing secondary school and sixth form in Barnet to recruit a Learning Support Assistant to support boys aged 14-18. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring educational psychologists, youth workers, therapists, or those interested in adolescent mental health.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll provide tailored support to pupils in KS4 and KS5, both in-class and on a 1:1 basis, helping students with Autism, ADHD, and other SEND needs to access learning and reach their potential. You'll join a dedicated team of psychology-minded graduates who share a passion for student welfare and inclusion.

The school's SEND department is led by an experienced SENDCo with a background in psychology and therapeutic education. You will benefit from regular mentoring, training sessions, and a well-resourced support structure that values graduate input and professional development.

What we're looking for:

• First-Class or high 2:1 degree in Psychology (or related field)
• Academic background from a top UK university
• Interest in adolescent development, education, or youth mental health
• Commitment from September 2025 to July 2026 (term-time only)

If you're keen to build your experience in a vibrant secondary setting and support teenage boys through critical stages of their education, this role offers a valuable stepping stone toward a future career in mental health or education.

Ribbons & Reeves are London's leading education recruiters. We help graduates secure long-term and permanent roles like this Learning Support Assistant position in Barnet. To see similar positions, search Ribbons & Reeves on Indeed. We look forward to supporting your application for this opportunity.

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