🏫 Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Secondary School
London Borough of Southwark
Long-Term Contract | Until July 2027
£13–£15 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 2028.
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.
💼 Key Responsibilities
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Provide one-to-one and small-group support to students across KS3 and KS4.
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Support students with special educational needs (SEN), behavioural needs, or learning difficulties.
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Work collaboratively with teachers to deliver tailored learning support in and out of the classroom.
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Help implement EHCP strategies and behaviour support plans.
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Assist students with classwork, revision, organisation, and emotional wellbeing.
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Encourage positive engagement, confidence building, and independent learning.
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Contribute to maintaining a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
📌 Requirements
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service – essential.
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Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, or Youth Mentor is highly desirable.
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Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people.
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A genuine passion for education and supporting student progress.
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Ability to commit to the full duration of the contract (until July 2027).
📍 Location
Secondary School – London Borough of Southwark
💰 Pay
£13–£15 per hour (depending on experience)
🕒 Contract
Long-term role until July 2028
