Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Are you an energetic, proactive and dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a new

opportunity in a supportive primary school?

Do you have the confidence and patience to support a Year 1 child with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs?

Are you someone who is calm, nurturing and resilient, with the ability to build positive relationships, support emotional regulation and help a young child feel safe, settled and ready to learn?

Learning Support Assistant – The Role

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Haringey, North London
• Primary school
• Long-term, full-time role through agency
• ASAP start
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
• Supporting a Year 1 pupil with SEMH needs
• Providing 1:1 support with learning and classroom activities
• Supporting emotional regulation, positive behaviour and engagement
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team

Learning Support Assistant – Key Responsibilities

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 1 pupil with SEMH needs.
• Support the pupil with their learning and academic development.
• Help the pupil manage their emotions and develop positive coping strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour and support the development of appropriate classroom routines.
• Build a strong, positive and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Support the pupil to feel safe, settled and ready to learn.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions.
• Adapt activities and approaches to meet the pupil's individual needs.
• Provide consistent support throughout the school day.
• Be proactive and responsive to the pupil's emotional and behavioural needs.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team.

Learning Support Assistant – About You

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEMH needs or additional needs, desirable.
• Experience providing 1:1 support, desirable.
• A calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• The resilience and co...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London South East

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-10-2026

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