Special NeedsTeaching Assistant

Reeson Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in London is looking for a passionate Learning Support Assistant to provide support in a Reception class. The role involves assisting with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, ensuring a nurturing learning environment. Applicants should have relevant experience and a love for early years education. This position offers excellent training and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Excellent training and ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Great transport links

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children in Early Years/Reception is essential.
• A nurturing and proactive approach is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are necessary.
• A genuine passion for early years education is important.
• Must be able to engage children through play-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the class teacher to provide support for pupils.
• Help children with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills.
• Ensure every child feels valued and supported in the classroom.

Skills

Experience supporting children in Early Years/Reception

Nurturing and patient approach

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Passion for early years education

Ability to engage children through play-based learning

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Reception Class | Primary School in Queen's Park

Start Date: ASAP (or January 2026)
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Location: Queen's Park, North West London
Pay: £85 - £110 per day (depending on experience)

Are you a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant with a passion for helping young children thrive? A friendly and inclusive primary school based in the Queen's Park area is seeking a dedicated LSA to support children in their Reception class.

About the Role

You will work closely with the class teacher to provide high-quality support for pupils as they begin their school journey. Your role will include helping children with early literacy, numeracy, and social skills, while ensuring every child feels valued, confident, and supported in the classroom.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children in Early Years / Reception (essential)
• A nurturing, patient and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for early years education
• The ability to engage children through play-based learning

The School Offers

• A warm, welcoming and supportive team environment
• Excellent training and ongoing professional development
• Happy, enthusiastic children who love to learn
• Great transport links - just a short walk from Queen's Park Station

If you're passionate about supporting young learners and want to be part of a dedicated early years team, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 How to Apply:
Please apply below.

Immediate trials and interviews available - early applications encouraged.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%