Learning Support Assistant

Location: Tower Hamlets

Learning Support Assistant - Tower Hamlets | Start 14th September 2026

Location:

Tower Hamlets - near Whitechapel

Start Date:

Monday 14th September 2026

Contract:

Full-time | Long-term
Pay: £100-£120 per day, dependent on experience
Trials: ASAP

Learning Support Assistant - Support Pupils to Thrive

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a committed Learning Support Assistant to join its team from September.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will work closely with pupils who need additional support to access learning, develop independence and build confidence. The school has a strong community ethos and prides itself on creating a safe, structured and supportive environment where every child is known and valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Learning Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or graduate with relevant child-focused experience who wants to develop within a supportive primary school.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Learning Support Assistant, your role will include a combination of classroom support, one-to-one work and small-group intervention. You will:

Support pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
Deliver targeted interventions to develop literacy, numeracy and communication
Work one-to-one with pupils who require consistent support
Help children develop confidence, independence and positive learning behaviours
Adapt activities to ensure pupils can access the curriculum
Build strong and positive relationships with children and colleagues
Work closely with teachers and the school's SEN team

The successful Learning Support Assistant will play an important part in helping pupils overcome barriers and make meaningful progress.

The Person We're Looking For

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who is patient, proactive and genuinely committed to helping children succeed.

Experience supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH or other SEND would be highly beneficial. However, the school will also consider enthusiastic graduates, tutors, youth workers and other candidates with relevant transferable experience.

You should be:

Calm and consistent in your approach
Confident supporting children with different needs and abilities
Able to use your initiative while following guidance from teachers
A strong communicator and positive team player
Committed to building meaningful relationships with pupils

Why Apply for This Learning Support Assistant Role?

Join a welcoming and supportive school community
Work alongside experienced teachers and inclusion staff
Gain valuable experience across classroom support and interventions
Access ongoing training and professional development
Competitive daily pay
Excellent opportunity to develop your career in education
Long-term position with potential for future opportunities

Learning Support Assistant trials are taking place ASAP, and the school is keen to meet suitable candidates immediately.

If you are a dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Tower Hamlets, apply today. This Learning Support Assistant position starts on Monday 14th September 2026 and is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupils' learning and development.

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