Learning Support Assistant

A welcoming and supportive school in Wandsworth is looking for an experienced Learning Support Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis, starting ASAP.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with pupils with a range of special educational needs, providing individual and small-group support to help them access learning, develop independence and make progress.

Previous SEN experience is essential, and candidates must be comfortable providing personal care as part of the role.

The Learning Support Assistant Role • Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.

• Support pupils with a range of learning, communication and developmental needs.


• Help pupils access classroom activities and the wider curriculum.


• Support communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.


• Encourage pupils to develop their confidence and independence.


• Use appropriate SEN strategies and resources according to individual needs.


• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other support professionals.


• Provide personal care when required, maintaining pupils' dignity and wellbeing.


• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Learning Support Assistant • Previous experience supporting children with SEN is essential.

• Must be comfortable and willing to provide personal care.


• Patient, nurturing and resilient in their approach.


• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.


• Confident supporting children with a range of additional needs.


• Reliable, proactive and able to work effectively within a team.


• Available to start ASAP.


• Able to commit to a full-time, long-term position.

Excellent SEN Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to become a consistent and valued member of a school team.

If you have strong SEN experience, are comfortable supporting with personal care, and are looking for a full-time Learning Support Assistant role in Wandsworth, apply today for immediate consideration.

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 cores 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 and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

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