Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Harrow, West London
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, Full-Time
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm

A lovely and welcoming mainstream primary school in Harrow is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The successful candidate will work closely with pupils who require additional support, using a range of communication methods and interventions to help them engage with learning and become more independent.

About the School

The school is a friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school with a strong focus on creating a nurturing and supportive environment for all pupils.

The staff team works collaboratively to ensure that pupils with additional needs receive the individualised support they need to thrive. The school values positive relationships, inclusion, and creating opportunities for every child to reach their full potential.

You will be joining a lovely and supportive school team where you will have the opportunity to develop your experience working with SEN pupils and gain valuable experience using a range of specialist approaches.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEN

Support pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in classroom activities

Use a range of communication strategies, including PECS and Makaton, to support pupils' communication and understanding

Deliver and support targeted interventions to address individual learning and developmental needs

Help pupils develop their communication, social, emotional, and independence skills

Support pupils with their learning and encourage positive engagement

Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team

Adapt activities and resources to meet individual pupils' needs

Promote positive behaviour, confidence, resilience, and independence

Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

About You

Previous experience working as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, or in a similar education/support role

Experience supporting pupils with SEN is essential

Experience using PECS and/or Makaton is highly desirable

Experience supporting or delivering targeted interventions

A caring, patient, and nurturing approach

Confident supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Able to adapt your approach to meet individual pupils' needs

Passionate about supporting children's learning, development, and wellbeing

Able to work effectively as part of a collaborative school team

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply via Uniform Education)

Must be available Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm

What’s on Offer

Long-term, full-time opportunity in a lovely mainstream primary school

Supportive and welcoming school environment

Opportunity to work closely with experienced SEN and teaching staff

Valuable experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs

Support from a dedicated education consultant

Potential for long-term and permanent opportunities

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