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Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant - KS1 (Mainstream Primary School)
Location: Southwark
Salary: £90-£110 per day
Start Date: January 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Why Join Our Team?

  • Competitive daily rates of £90-£110.
  • Be part of a supportive and inclusive school environment.
  • Make a real difference in the lives of KS1 pupils.
  • Gain valuable experience in a diverse mainstream primary school.
  • Access opportunities for professional growth and development.

About the Role:
We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in a 1-form entry primary school in Southwark. This full-time role starts in January and focuses on supporting KS1 pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Your Responsibilities:

  • Provide tailored support to pupils in small groups or 1:1 sessions.
  • Assist children with SEND, including:
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Speech and Language Needs
    • ADHD
    • Sensory Processing Challenges
    • Social, Emotional, and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)
    • Dyslexia and other learning difficulties.
  • Work closely with teachers and the SEND team to implement and support Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Help create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
  • Monitor and report on pupil progress to teachers and parents.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience working with children, particularly those with SEND.
  • A caring, patient, and proactive approach to supporting learning.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.

Join Us in Making a Difference!
Be a key part of a child's educational journey while growing your skills in a thriving school community.

Apply today to take the next step in your career!


Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement for more information.

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