Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Performing Arts Focus

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant educational institution in Greater London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a student with moderate learning needs, primarily autism. The ideal candidate should have a background in performing arts and be committed to fostering positive social interactions. This long-term role offers an excellent hourly rate, rising significantly after 12 weeks, within a supportive college environment with strong performing arts provision.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rate with increase after 12 weeks

Supportive college environment

Opportunity for permanent contract

Qualifications

• Must have a background in drama, theatre, or performing arts.
• Experience with students having autism or additional needs is essential.
• Ability to build supportive relationships in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a post-16 student throughout the college day.
• Assist with engagement in performing arts sessions.
• Encourage appropriate social behaviour and reinforce personal boundaries.
• Support learning and participation in both group and individual settings.
• Collaborate with tutors and the SEN team.

Skills

Background in performing arts

Experience supporting young people with autism

Patience

Proactivity

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Performing Arts Focus
Post-16 College – Finsbury Park
Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Pay: £14.61 per hour (rising to £22.32 after 12 weeks)
Contract: Long-term with potential for permanent placement

About the Role
A vibrant post-16 college in the Finsbury Park area is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support for a student with moderate learning needs, primarily autism. The student is part of a dynamic performing arts group, so the college is specifically looking for someone with a background in drama, theatre, or performing arts who can bring creativity, structure, and confidence-building skills to the role.

The student can be easily led and has limited awareness of personal boundaries, so the ideal candidate will be calm, consistent, and able to provide clear guidance while promoting independence and positive social interaction.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to a post-16 student throughout the college day
• Assist with engagement in performing arts sessions and related activities
• Encourage appropriate social behaviour and reinforce personal boundaries
• Support learning, participation, and wellbeing in both group and individual settings
• Work collaboratively with tutors, specialists, and the SEN team

Ideal Candidate:

• Background in performing arts (drama, theatre, dance, stage production, etc.)
• Experience supporting young people with autism or additional needs
• Patient, proactive, and able to build supportive, professional relationships
• Comfortable guiding a student who may be vulnerable or easily influenced
• Reliable and committed to a long-term role

What’s On Offer:

• Excellent hourly rate with a significant increase after 12 weeks
• Supportive college environment with strong performing arts provision
• Long-term role with opportunity for a permanent contract

If you’re creative, compassionate, and ready to make a meaningful difference in a student’s college experience, we’d love to hear from you.