Job title: EAL Learning Support Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Carshalton, Sutton
Job published: 24-09-2026
Job ID: 124720

Job Description

EAL Learning Support Assistant – Carshalton

We are seeking an experienced and committed EAL Learning Support Assistant to support students with English as an Additional Language within a secondary school in Carshalton. Working alongside the EAL Learning Co-ordinator and wider teaching team, you will help students develop their English language skills and access the curriculum effectively.

EAL Learning Support Assistant | Benefits of the Role:

  • Earn £25,000 and work term-time only
  • Gain valuable experience supporting EAL students across a diverse secondary school environment.
  • Work closely with the EAL Learning Co-ordinator and teaching staff to support student progress.
  • Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Make a direct impact on students' confidence, English language development and access to the curriculum.
  • Help students celebrate and share their own culture and heritage.

EAL Learning Support Assistant | Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver lessons and interventions for individuals and small groups alongside the EAL Learning Co-ordinator.
  • Develop strategies to improve students' English language skills and attainment.
  • Adapt curriculum materials and provide reader, scribe, translation and interpreting support.
  • Support homework and extra-support clubs, extended school activities and educational visits.
  • Assist with EAL assessments, learning plans and documentation.
  • Monitor student progress and maintain accurate records.
  • Build positive relationships and support students' confidence, inclusion and wellbeing.

EAL Learning Support Assistant | Essential Qualities:

  • Experience supporting students with EAL within a learning environment.
  • A degree in MFL, Linguistics or a related subject is desirable, alongside another language.
  • Excellent literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
  • Understanding of learning, child development and behaviour.
  • Patient, organised and self-motivated, with strong professional integrity.

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EAL Learning Support Assistant – Carshalton

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