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Learning Support Assistant

  • Location:

    Islington

  • Sector:

    Primary Teaching

  • Job type:

    Long-Term Contracts

  • Salary:

    £100 - £120 per day

  • Contact:

    Natalie Nafizy

  • Contact email:

    natalie@reesoneducation.com

  • Job ref:

    LSAIsl_1769187111

  • Published:

    about 3 hours ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-02-22

  • Start date:

    07/09/2026

  • Contract Length:

    Full Time

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Islington is looking to appoint a dedicated SEN Specialist Support Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about supporting pupils with additional needs in a caring, well-structured environment.


The Role:

  • Full-time, long-term position within a supportive primary setting

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, ADHD, and speech & language difficulties

  • Supporting children both in the classroom and through targeted interventions

  • Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external specialists to implement individual support strategies

  • Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and emotional regulation, alongside academic progress


The Ideal Candidate:

  • Has previous experience supporting children with SEN (essential)

  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of inclusive practice and SEN strategies

  • Calm, patient, and empathetic, particularly when supporting pupils with additional emotional or behavioural needs

  • Confident communicator, able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families

  • Proactive, reliable, and genuinely committed to improving outcomes for children


What the School Offers:

  • Daily rate of £100-£120, depending on experience

  • A supportive and collaborative staff team

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

  • A well-resourced, inclusive learning environment

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on pupils' development


If you are an experienced SEN Support Assistant looking for a long-term role where your work truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more about this opportunity.

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%