SEND Learning Support Assistant

Employer: HABERDASHERS' ACADEMIES TRUST SOUTH

Location: London (Greater), GB

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: CONTRACTOR, FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Sector: Education & Training

Job Description

Job Purpose We are looking to appoint outstanding candidates to join our primary team. This is a superb opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to work with children with special educational needs & disabilities (SEND) and to support in the classroom. All applicants should ideally have some class-based experience.​ Those applying for the SEND LSA position should have previous experience of working with primary-aged children. This experience may have been gained within a mainstream education, in a specialist provision or maybe outside of education. We offer successful applicants the opportunity to work as part of a friendly and multi disciplinary team.​ The role is dependent upon the pupil(s) attending Hatcham Primary and ceases if he/she leaves the school, or if SEND funding ceases or circumstances change. Hours are dependent on funding and will be reduced (with notice) if funding is reduced or circumstances change. Key Responsibilities of Role Improving pupil achievement and progress To take responsibility for pupils’ progress and attainment Track pupil progress against individual targets and provide supportive pupil intervention activities where appropriate Analyse pupil performance, altering provision in the light of resultant data Assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Support pupils consistently whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential. 'Our People Strategy is key to our success and integral to this is our commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion . Bringing this to life is the responsibility of every member of staff. We take seriously any behaviour which undermines it. Anyone applying to work with us, should share this commitment.' London Living Wage We are proud to pay the London Living Wage.

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