Learning Support Assistant

Sir William Burrough Primary School, London, E14 7PQ

25 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  2 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,857 - £27,240 Pro Rata

Learning Support Assistant job summary

Sir William Burrough Primary School, Tower Hamlets Scale 3 (Points 5-6) | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential?

Sir William Burrough Primary School, part of the University Schools Trust (UST), is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (Level 3) to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about inclusion, has high expectations for all children, and is keen to make a genuine difference to pupils' educational experiences.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and Inclusion Team to support pupils both individually and in small groups. You will help children access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and achieve their best across all areas of learning. The role includes supporting pupils with additional needs, contributing to intervention programmes, monitoring progress, and promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with children in a primary school setting.

Is committed to inclusive education and supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.

Can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Has excellent communication and organisational skills.

Demonstrates patience, flexibility and a positive approach to supporting children's learning and development.

Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent).

Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

A welcoming and supportive school community.

Opportunities for professional development and training.

The chance to work within the University Schools Trust, a forward-thinking and ambitious trust committed to educational excellence and social mobility.

A collaborative environment where staff wellbeing and development are valued

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Sir William Burrough Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Sir William Burrough Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/sir-william-burrough-primary-school-london

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