Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Secondary School

London Borough of Southwark

Long-Term Contract | Until July 2027

£15–£17 per hour | DBS on the Update Service Required

Are you a dedicated and supportive Learning Support Assistant looking for a long-term role within a thriving secondary school?

A welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in the London Borough of Southwark is seeking an enthusiastic LSA to join their team on a long-term basis until July 2027.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting young people, helping them overcome barriers to learning, and enabling them to achieve their full potential.

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students across KS3 and KS4.
• Support students with special educational needs (SEN), behavioural needs, or learning difficulties.
• Work collaboratively with teachers to deliver tailored learning support in and out of the classroom.
• Help implement EHCP strategies and behaviour support plans.
• Assist students with classwork, revision, organisation, and emotional wellbeing.
• Encourage positive engagement, confidence building, and independent learning.
• Contribute to maintaining a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service – essential.
• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, or Youth Mentor is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• A genuine passion for education and supporting student progress.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of the contract (until July 2027).

Secondary School – London Borough of Southwark

£15–£17 per hour (depending on experience)

Long-term role until July 2027