Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

This is an excellent opportunity to support students across Key Stages 3 and 4, working closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to help pupils reach their full potential academically, socially and emotionally.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students both in and out of the classroom. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing targeted support to students with additional needs, including SEN, EAL or those requiring academic intervention

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence

• Assisting class teachers with lesson delivery, differentiation and classroom management

• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement and independence in learning

• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SEND department and pastoral teams

• Supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development in line with school expectations

This role is ideal for someone considering a future career in education, teaching, psychology or SEND support.

This is a well-established secondary school in Croydon with high expectations for behaviour, achievement and personal development. It provides a calm, supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to be resilient, ambitious and respectful. Staff benefit from a collaborative and professional culture with strong leadership and clear systems. The school is well regarded locally and has strong links with its community.

To be considered for the role of Learning Support Assistant (LSA) you will:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (school-based experience preferred
• A positive, patient and proactive approach to supporting students
• Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check / Have a DBS currently

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Experience supporting students with SEN (e.g. ASD, ADHD, SEMH, dyslexia)

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