Job Description
Learning Support Assistant | Epping | September 2026
Are you a caring, enthusiastic and academically strong Learning Support Assistant looking to gain valuable experience supporting children within a welcoming primary school? A supportive and inclusive primary school in Epping is seeking a confident and dedicated LSA to join their team for the 2026/27 academic year.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both within the classroom and through targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions. This role is ideal for a graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before pursuing teacher training or a long-term career in education.
Why choose this Learning Support Assistant role?
- Gain valuable hands-on experience within a supportive primary school environment
- Provide classroom support alongside experienced teachers
- Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions
- Support pupils across reading, writing, phonics and numeracy
- Build positive relationships with children and help develop their confidence and independence
- Work alongside experienced teachers and education professionals
- Develop practical experience supporting children's academic, social and emotional development
- Excellent opportunity to gain consistent classroom experience across a full academic year
Looking for a Learning Support Assistant who…
- Has previous experience working with children or young people
- Is passionate about supporting children's learning and development
- Is patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Is confident working both independently and as part of a wider school team
- Is considering a future career in teaching or education
- Wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives
- Is eager to develop their understanding of primary education and classroom practice
This Learning Support Assistant position is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful school-based experience within a supportive primary school in Epping. You will develop valuable skills supporting pupils' learning and development while gaining first-hand insight into life as a classroom practitioner.
If you are an ambitious Learning Support Assistant or graduate aspiring to a career in teaching, ready to begin a rewarding role supporting children, we would love to hear from you.
Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essex's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Learning Support Assistant position in Epping. For other roles like this, check out our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Learning Support Assistant role.