Job Description
Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Location: Ealing, West London
Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Duration: Immediate and January 2027 starts available, ongoing academic year assignments
Pay: £95-£120 per day, dependent on experience, qualifications and assignment requirements, paid weekly via PAYE
Position: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary
Duration: Immediate and January 2027 starts available, ongoing academic year assignments
Pay: £95-£120 per day, dependent on experience, qualifications and assignment requirements, paid weekly via PAYE
Learning Support Assistant Opportunity
Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting Learning Support Assistants to join a specialist educational setting in West London supporting pupils aged 4-19 with Autism, PMLD and complex learning needs.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs. Whether you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, support worker, care worker or graduate looking to gain valuable experience in SEND education, this role offers a rewarding pathway into specialist education.
The Role
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils throughout the school day, helping them access learning, develop independence and build confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with personalised learning programmes
- Assist with communication and interaction strategies
- Work alongside therapists and specialist professionals
- Support personal care where required
- Promote independence, confidence and wellbeing
- Contribute to a positive, safe and inclusive learning environment
- Support pupils during lessons, activities and transitions
- Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
- Passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs
- Patient, caring and resilient approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Commitment to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Care Worker or Support Worker
- Psychology, Health & Social Care or related degree
- Experience supporting Autism, PMLD, communication needs or complex learning difficulties
- Relevant SEND training or qualifications
Required Vetting
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Hold a DBS on the Update Service or be willing to make a new application
- Provide professional references covering recent employment
- Provide evidence of relevant qualifications where applicable
- Provide proof of the right to work in the UK
- Complete all safeguarding and compliance checks required for working in schools
