Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

ACADEMICS; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secondary school in Hackney seeks dedicated Learning Support Assistants for a September 2025 start. Ideal for recent graduates passionate about inclusive education, you will support students with special educational needs (SEND) in a thriving educational environment. Join a committed team recognized for its inclusive approach and contribute to a culture of high standards and student success.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background.
• Genuine interest in inclusive education and SEND.
• Proactive and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Work within a dynamic SEND department.
• Support students with cognitive and learning needs.
• Collaborate with a team focused on vulnerable student outcomes.

Skills

Passion for education

Supportive attitude towards SEND

Team collaboration

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - September 2025 Start

Location: Hackney, East London

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only - temp - perm

**Ideal for Graduates considering a career in secondary teaching

Are you a graduate who is passionate about education and looking to gain invaluable experience in a high-performing secondary school? Are you considering a future in teaching? This could be the perfect role for you.

An East London based secondary school are seeking to appoint committed and driven Learning Support Assistants to join a thriving secondary school in Hackney for a September 2025 start. This is a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic and successful SEND department in a school that sets exceptionally high standards for both staff and students.

Why Join This School?

Our students consistently make excellent progress, supported by a culture of high expectations and exceptional pastoral care.

The school has a national reputation for excellence in debating, sport, and music, having won the Incorporated Society of Musicians Gold Award and the Hackney Mayor's Award for Music.

You will be joining a dedicated SEND team recognised borough-wide for its inclusive and ambitious approach. Our team includes a SENDCo & KS4 ARP Teacher, Deputy SENDCo, Lead LSAs, LSAs, and an Inclusion Administrator.

In September 2025, we will launch an Additional Resource Provision (ARP) to further support students with cognition and learning needs.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for individuals who are:

Aligned with our values of Hard Work, Integrity and Kindness and who strive for Excellence.

Passionate about supporting students with SEND to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Eager to work in a school that believes every child, regardless of background, can succeed.

Excited to work in a team that places vulnerable students at the heart of the school's planning.

Do You:

Believe 100% in a warm/strict approach to behaviour and culture?

See developing character and behaviour as a core priority?

Strive for academic rigour in every lesson?

Take responsibility for student outcomes and act with purpose?

Believe in continuous improvement and see feedback as a gift?

If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

A recent graduate, ideally with a strong academic background.

A genuine interest in inclusive education and SEND.

A proactive, enthusiastic, and professional attitude.

A commitment to a career in education, with a view to teacher training in the future.

To apply please send your CV to James at Academics.