Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant | Epping | September 2026

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and academically strong Learning Support Assistant looking to gain valuable experience supporting children within a welcoming primary school? A supportive and inclusive primary school in Epping is seeking a confident and dedicated LSA to join their team for the 2026/27 academic year .

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both within the classroom and through targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions . This role is ideal for a graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before pursuing teacher training or a long-term career in education .

Why choose this Learning Support Assistant role? Gain valuable hands-on experience within a supportive primary school environment
Provide classroom support alongside experienced teachers
Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions
Support pupils across reading, writing, phonics and numeracy
Build positive relationships with children and help develop their confidence and independence
Work alongside experienced teachers and education professionals
Develop practical experience supporting children's academic, social and emotional development
Excellent opportunity to gain consistent classroom experience across a full academic year
Looking for a Learning Support Assistant who Has previous experience working with children or young people
Is passionate about supporting children's learning and development
Is patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Is confident working both independently and as part of a wider school team
Is considering a future career in teaching or education
Wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives
Is eager to develop their understanding of primary education and classroom practice

This Learning Support Assistant position is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful school-based experience within a supportive primary school in Epping . You will develop valuable skills supporting pupils' learning and development while gaining first-hand insight into life as a classroom practitioner.

If you are an ambitious Learning Support Assistant or graduate aspiring to a career in teaching , ready to begin a rewarding role supporting children, we would love to hear from you.

Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essex's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Learning Support Assistant position in Epping. For other roles like this, check out our website and search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Learning Support Assistant role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Epping

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

15-09-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English