Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Smart Teachers; New Addington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider is seeking a Learning Support Assistant in New Addington. This role involves supporting students in Key Stages 3 and 4, aiding their social and academic development in a well-established secondary school. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a proactive attitude towards helping students with additional needs. Responsibilities include providing 1:1 support, assisting with lesson delivery, and encouraging positive behaviour. Apply if you are interested in a future career in education or SEND support.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students, preferably in a school setting.
• Positive, patient, and proactive support skills.
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to students with additional needs.
• Support pupils individually and in small groups.
• Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management.
• Encourage positive behaviour and independence in learning.
• Collaborate with staff and SEND teams.

Skills

Previous experience working with children

Positive and proactive approach

Experience supporting students with SEN

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, working closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to help pupils reach their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing targeted support to students with additional needs, including SEN, EAL or those requiring academic intervention
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence
• Assisting class teachers with lesson delivery, differentiation and classroom management
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence in learning
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SEND department and pastoral teams
• Supporting students social, emotional and academic development in line with school expectations

This role is ideal for someone considering a future career in education, teaching, psychology or SEND support.

About the school

This is a well‑established secondary school in Croydon with high expectations for behaviour, achievement and personal development. It provides a calm, supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to be resilient, ambitious and respectful. Staff benefit from a collaborative and professional culture with strong leadership and clear systems. The school is well regarded locally and has strong links with its community.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you will:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school‑based experience preferred
• A positive, patient and proactive approach to supporting students
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check / Have a DBS currently

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience supporting students with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia)