Learning Support Assistant

We're looking for a dedicated and eager Learning Support Assistant to join the team at a school in Fulham. For those who are enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and growth, this is a fantastic opportunity.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the educational experience of our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons
• Assisting with classroom management and promoting a positive learning environment
• Providing one-on-one or small group support to students, tailored to their individual needs
• Assisting in the assessment and monitoring of student progress
• Encouraging student participation and fostering a love of learning

About the school

The school is a well-established mainstream primary school located in Fulham.

• Staff are welcoming and create a positive working environment
• SENCO supports LSA's in supporting children who do have Special Educational Needs
• Role will likely continue into next academic year
• School is located close to public transport

Requirements

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

• A genuine passion for helping children learn and develop
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies

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

• Have experience working in a school setting

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jovan Shand-Alridge on 020 7065 7500 or email j.shand-alridge@smartteachers.co.uk.