Do you have the patience, empathy and enthusiasm to support a pupil with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
Are you passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop their independence and reach their full potential?
Learning Support Assistant – The role
Learning Support Assistant
Camden, North London
Primary school
Long-term, full-time role
ASAP start
8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday
Pay: £99–£115 per day
Supporting a pupil with ASD
Supporting academic progress and learning
Helping develop independence and life skills
Learning Support Assistant - Key Responsibilities
As Learning Support Assistant, you will:
Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with ASD.
Support the pupil with their academic learning and development.
Help the pupil develop independence and confidence.
Support communication, social interaction and engagement.
Adapt learning activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs.
Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Support the pupil with daily routines and transitions.
Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil.
Encourage the pupil to participate in the wider school environment.
Learning Support Assistant - About You
The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:
Previous experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs — desirable.
A patient, calm and nurturing approach.
Understanding of how to support children with individual learning needs.
Confidence supporting academic development and independence.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
A consistent and encouraging approach to supporting behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Ability to work effectively alongside teachers and the wider school team.
A flexible and proactive approach.
A genuine passion for helping children learn, develop and become more independent.
Learning Support Assistant -What We Offer
In return, we offer:
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to a pupil’s education and development.
Long-term, full-time role in a primary school in Camden.
Supportive and welcoming school environment.
Opportunity to develop your experience supporting ASD and additional needs.
Valuable experience providing dedicated 1:1 support.
Opportunity to develop skills in academic support, behaviour and independence.
A rewarding role where the pupil’s progress, confidence and wellbeing are highly valued.
If you are a caring, patient and dedicated Learning Support Assistant passionate about supporting pupils with ASD, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their independence, we would love to hear from you
Salary description
£99.00 - £115.00 per day