Learning Support Assistant
SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Harrow
Location: Harrow area
Start-date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time
Pay: £85-£115pd (Dependent on experience)
Supply Desk are currently seeking dedicated, compassionate and motivated SEN Learning Support Assistants to join supportive and inclusive schools across the Harrow area. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with pupils who require additional support and play a key role in helping them achieve both academically and personally.
The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and support staff to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs. You will help create a positive learning environment where pupils feel supported, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.
This role would suit someone with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs, who is patient, adaptable and committed to making a difference every day.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs
• Provide tailored support on a 1:1 basis and within small groups as required
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and engaging in classroom activities
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development
• Monitor and report on pupil progress and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, parents/carers and external professionals
• Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs
• Encourage independence, confidence and participation in learning
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment
Role Requirements:
• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (preferred)
• Understanding of a range of SEN needs and effective support strategies
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Positive behaviour management skills
• Passion for education and supporting young people
• Knowledge of safeguarding
• Primary or secondary school experience (desirable)
What we offer:
• Comprehensive safeguarding training
• Weekly payments
• Ongoing support from experienced, local education consultants
• A supportive team and environment
• Excellently equipped facilities
• Opportunities for continued professional development (CPD and training)
• Refer a friend scheme
This role is ideal for candidates with experience in SEN support who are passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve success. If you feel like you are a fit for the role, don’t hesitate to apply now!
We offer £100 referral fee for any successful referrals of friends or colleagues who complete five or more shifts.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to complete and maintain an enhanced DBS check throughout their employment and comply with safer recruitment standards.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.