Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant | Tower Hamlets | September 2026 | Primary School | Full-Time

Location: Tower Hamlets (near Canary Wharf)
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Potential Permanent Opportunity
Pay: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Learning Support Assistant - Join an Outstanding Inclusion Team

An ambitious and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join its thriving SEND department from November 2026.

This Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a genuine impact every day. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, the SENCO and specialist professionals to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll support children with a range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The role will include classroom support, one-to-one work and targeted interventions.

Your Responsibilities

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Support pupils with EHCPs both in class and during intervention sessions
Deliver structured literacy, numeracy and communication interventions
Promote independence, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs
Liaise with teachers, therapists and the SENCO to review pupil progress
Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment

We're Looking For

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEND Support Assistant
Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school or specialist setting
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A calm, resilient and proactive approach
A genuine passion for inclusive educationExperience with Autism strategies, Makaton, PECS, sensory regulation or behaviour support plans would be highly advantageous but is not essential.

Why Apply?

Competitive weekly PAYE pay
Long-term role with genuine permanent opportunities
Excellent SEND training and ongoing CPD
Experienced SENCO and supportive leadership team
Well-resourced classrooms and specialist intervention spaces
Easily accessible by the Elizabeth Line, DLR, District and Hammersmith & City linesWhether you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant, a Teaching Assistant looking to specialise in SEND, or a graduate with relevant school experience, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of Tower Hamlets' most supportive primary schools.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting Learning Support Assistant position. The school is interviewing immediate...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Canary Wharf

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-11-2026

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