SEN Learning Support Assistant

Brent; London Borough of Brent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

SEN experience

Diverse classroom experience

Make a difference

Job summary

Teach Now Limited is seeking a SEN Learning Support Assistant in Brent, London. You will support pupils with additional learning needs in classrooms, in small groups and one-to-one, helping them access the curriculum and engage with activities.

You will work with teachers to prepare resources, encourage positive behaviour and contribute to an inclusive environment. Term-time only, 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with DBS clearance as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in education or a support setting.
• Confidence communicating with pupils and teaching staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons as a SEN Learning Support Assistant, helping them access the curriculum
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils learning needs
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence
• Help teachers prepare classroom activities and learning resources
• Support pupils social, emotional and academic development
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment

Skills

Communication with pupils

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Behaviour management

Resource preparation

Job description

Position: SEN Learning Support Assistant Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: 18/11/2026 Location: Brent, London, UK Salary: £100 – £101.8 Salary dependent on experience and qualifications, higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training. Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only) Email: [e-mail] Contact Name: Danna Crous

About the Role: Looking for a SEN Learning Support Assistant role where your support helps young people grow in confidence? At this Inner London school, you will work with teachers to make lessons accessible for pupils with additional learning needs. A supportive team will help you settle in and contribute to an inclusive classroom. As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will offer in-class, one-to-one and small-group support, encouraging engagement and independence. You will also help prepare resources and build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues. If you enjoy seeing steady progress, we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people in education or a support setting
• Confidence communicating with pupils and teaching staff

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils in lessons as a SEN Learning Support Assistant, helping them access the curriculum
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support tailored to pupils learning needs
• Encourage positive behaviour, engagement and independence
• Help teachers prepare classroom activities and learning resources
• Support pupils social, emotional and academic development
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment

Our client can offer you

• A supportive team to work alongside
• Valuable secondary school experience in a SEN Learning Support Assistant role
• Opportunities to develop skills in SEND support
• A varied mix of classroom, one-to-one and small-group work
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils learning and wellbeing

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.