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Learning Support Assistant

  • Location:

    Tower Hamlets

  • Sector:

    Primary Support , SEN Support

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £90 - £115 per day

  • Contact:

    Cian Kelly

  • Contact email:

    cian@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    CK23997_1764694460

  • Published:

    about 1 hour ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-01-01

  • Start date:

    05/01/2026

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

Learning Support Assistant - Tower Hamlets

Role: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets (near Stepney Green Station)
Start Date: January 5th | Trialling ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £90-£115 per day
Year Group: Year 2
Support: 1:1 - Communication & SEMH Needs


About the Role

A friendly and forward-thinking primary school in Tower Hamlets is looking to appoint a committed Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a Year 2 pupil with mixed communication and SEMH needs. The role begins in January, with trial sessions available before the end of term.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support the child with emotional regulation, daily routines, early literacy engagement, and structured interventions recommended by the SENCO and external specialists. You will help the pupil build confidence, manage transitions, and access lessons in a calm and supported way.


The Ideal Candidate

The school is hoping to recruit a Learning Support Assistant who:

  • Has previous experience supporting SEND pupils, particularly SEMH or communication needs

  • Can follow behaviour and regulation strategies consistently

  • Is patient, empathetic, and able to build strong rapport

  • Can work collaboratively with class staff and take guidance from the SENCO

  • Is resilient, proactive, and confident delivering small-step learning tasks


What the School Offers

  • A highly supportive inclusion team and weekly check-ins

  • Access to specialist SEMH training and communication tools

  • A positive school culture with strong pastoral support

  • The chance to make a measurable impact in a warm and welcoming Year 2 class

If you're a dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Tower Hamlets, apply today to arrange your ASAP trial.

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.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%