Learning Support Assistants

Learning Support Assistant – Primary / Early Years Setting | Mitcham
Full-Time Role | Immediate / September Start
Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunity
Recruiting via Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel is working in partnership with a school in Mitcham to recruit a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant for a full-time role within a Primary or Early Years setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong SEN/SEND and SEMH experience who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in a positive and inclusive learning environment.

About the Role

• Supporting pupils within a Primary or Early Years SEN setting
• Assisting children with a range of needs including SEN, SEND, and SEMH
• Providing 1:1 and small group support inside and outside the classroom
• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and differentiated activities
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and structured learning environment
• Supporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social development
• Assisting with the implementation of EHCP targets and support strategies
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and external professionals
• Full-time role with immediate or September start available

Essential Requirements – Please Read Carefully

✔️ Experience working with SEN/SEND or SEMH pupils
✔️ Experience within a Primary, Early Years, or SEN setting
✔️ Strong understanding of supporting children with additional needs
✔️ Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
✔️ Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
✔️ Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

⚠️ Applications without relevant SEN or school-based experience may not be considered.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Demonstrates strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Is calm, resilient, and nurturing in their approach
• Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Is proactive, reliable, and committed to inclusive education

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive, market-leading pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and specialist SEN training
• Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role
• A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role within a Primary or Early Years SEN setting in Mitcham, we would love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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