Learning Support Assistant, RIBBONS AND REEVES

Guardian Jobs; Barking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Jobs is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Barking & Dagenham. You'll support pupils with special educational needs and emotional understanding, contributing to a warm and inclusive community. Ideal candidates will have a degree (preferably in Psychology), experience with children, and be passionate about fostering development. The role offers potential earnings of up to £500 per week and the chance to work in a supportive environment focused on personal growth for both pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children or young people.
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Help pupils access a broad and ambitious curriculum.
• Develop pupils’ confidence and communication skills.

Skills

Experience working with children

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Education

Degree (Psychology or related subject)

Job description

Learning Support Assistant | Barking and Dagenham | September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children’s wellbeing and development? Would you like to work as a Learning Support Assistant in a school where inclusion, belonging, and pupil voice are at the heart of everything?

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Barking & Dagenham, where pupils take pride in being part of a warm and inclusive community. Every child is valued, and staff work collaboratively to ensure all pupils feel safe, supported, and able to succeed.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, helping them to access a broad and ambitious curriculum. You will play a key role in developing pupils’ confidence, communication skills, and emotional understanding, supporting a strong focus on personal development and wellbeing.

Why choose this role?

• Join an inclusive, “Rights Respecting” environment where every child feels a strong sense of belonging
• Work within high-quality SEND provision, including specialist support for SEMH and autism
• Be part of a school with high expectations, where pupils produce work of excellent quality
• Support pupils in a rich curriculum enhanced by trips, enrichment and creative opportunities
• Work alongside experienced staff who prioritise both pupil and staff wellbeing
• Earn up to £500 per week through PAYE

Required skills and experience

• Has a degree (Psychology or related subject desirable)
• Has experience working with children or young people
• Is passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs
• Demonstrates patience, empathy, and excellent communication skills
• Is interested in a future career in education or psychology

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Learning Support Assistant to make a real difference in a school where pupils are kind, motivated, and proud of their achievements, and where staff are equally valued and supported.