Learning Support Assistant - Small Group Interventions

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay dependent on experience

Free access to National College CPD

Dedicated consultant support

Paid trials and immediate interviews

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced Learning Support Assistant for a secondary school in Walthamstow. You will support a small group of about 10 students, delivering targeted literacy, numeracy and curriculum support throughout the day.

The role emphasises reinforcing teaching, adapting activities to individual needs, and fostering confidence and independence in learners. DBS checks are standard for the position.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting secondary-aged students in an educational setting.
• Confidence working with students of varying academic abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and provide encouragement.

Responsibilities

• Support a designated group of approximately 10 students throughout the school day.
• Provide targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy and general curriculum learning.
• Reinforce classroom teaching and help students understand and complete tasks.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and needs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning and improved engagement.
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify areas requiring further support.

Skills

Experience supporting secondary-aged

Strong communication skills

Organisation skills

Patience & adaptability

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Small Group Interventions

Location: Walthamstow, E17

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: Dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Learning Support Assistant who enjoys working with smaller groups of students and providing individualised academic support?

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting for an inclusive secondary school in Walthamstow seeking a Learning Support Assistant to work with approximately 10 identified students requiring additional support across the curriculum.

This position is ideal for someone who can recognise gaps in learning, provide targeted assistance and help young people become more confident and independent learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a designated group of approximately 10 students throughout the school day.
• Provide targeted interventions in literacy, numeracy and general curriculum learning.
• Reinforce classroom teaching and help students understand and complete tasks.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual abilities and needs.
• Encourage positive attitudes towards learning and improved engagement.
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify areas requiring further support.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting secondary-aged students in an educational setting.
• Confidence working with students of varying academic abilities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to explain concepts clearly and provide encouragement.
• A positive, patient and flexible approach.
• Previous intervention or SEND experience would be advantageous.

About This Client

The school is an Ofsted-rated Good secondary school in Walthamstow, committed to providing an inclusive learning environment and helping students achieve their potential.

Benefits

• Pay dependent on experience.
• Free access to National College CPD courses.
• Dedicated consultant support.
• Opportunity to develop valuable intervention and learning support experience.
• Interviews and paid trials are being arranged immediately.

The successful applicant will be subject to safeguarding and enhanced DBS checks