Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant | Tower Hamlets | September 2026 | Primary School | Full-Time

Location: Tower Hamlets (near Canary Wharf)Start Date: September 2026Contract: Full-time | Long-term | Potential Permanent OpportunityPay: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience)

An ambitious and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint an exceptional Learning Support Assistant to join its thriving SEND department from September 2026.

This Learning Support Assistant role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a genuine impact every day. You'll work alongside experienced teachers, the SENCO and specialist professionals to help pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you'll support children with a range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The role will include classroom support, one-to-one work and targeted interventions.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

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• Support pupils with EHCPs both in class and during intervention sessions
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• Deliver structured literacy, numeracy and communication interventions
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• Promote independence, emotional regulation and positive behaviour
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• Adapt resources and learning activities to meet individual needs
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• Liaise with teachers, therapists and the SENCO to review pupil progress
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• Help create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment
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The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

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• Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or SEND Support Assistant
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• Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school or specialist setting
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• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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• A calm, resilient and proactive approach
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• A genuine passion for inclusive education
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Experience with Autism strategies, Makaton, PECS, sensory regulation or behaviour support plans would be highly advantageous but is not essential.

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• Competitive weekly PAYE pay
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• Long-term role with genuine permanent opportunities
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• Excellent SEND training and ongoing CPD
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• Experienced SENCO and supportive leadership team
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• Well-resourced classrooms and specialist intervention spaces
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• Easily accessible by the Elizabeth Line, DLR, District and Hammersmith & City lines
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Whether you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant, a Teaching Assistant looking to specialise in SEND, or a graduate with relevant school experience, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in one of Tower Hamlets' most supportive primary schools.

Apply today to be considered for this exciting Learning Support Assistant position. The school is interviewing immediately and is keen to appoint an outstanding Learning Support Assistant ahead of the new academic year.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%