Job title: Specialist Learning Support Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Southwark
Job published: 22-10-2026
Job ID: 125813

Job Description

Specialist Learning Support Assistant | Southwark

Are you passionate about helping young children overcome barriers to learning? A primary school in Southwark is looking for a Specialist Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support to a child with cerebral palsy and apraxia of speech.

Working with a child in the early stages of their school education, you will help create opportunities for learning, communication and social interaction throughout the day. You will work alongside the class teacher and a team of therapists, following individual strategies to support the child's development.

This position would suit someone with previous SEN experience who understands the importance of patience, consistency and adapting activities to meet a child's individual needs.

Specialist Learning Support Assistant | Southwark

What the school can offer:

  • A full-time role until the end of the academic year.

  • The opportunity to support a child's early educational development.

  • Experience working collaboratively with therapists and teaching staff.

  • A school environment focused on inclusion and individual progress.

  • Opportunities to develop practical SEN support skills.

  • The chance to make a meaningful contribution to a child's school experience.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing consistent one-to-one support during lessons and classroom activities.

  • Helping the child engage with age-appropriate learning opportunities.

  • Supporting communication and interaction throughout the school day.

  • Encouraging the development of independence and confidence.

  • Following guidance from therapists and teaching staff.

  • Supporting classroom routines and transitions.

  • Helping the child participate in activities alongside their peers.

  • Monitoring progress and sharing relevant observations with the team.

The successful Specialist Learning Support Assistant will:

  • Have experience supporting children with additional needs.

  • Be confident working with children who have physical disabilities or communication difficulties.

  • Have a calm, patient and encouraging approach.

  • Be able to follow individualised support plans.

  • Communicate effectively with teachers, therapists and colleagues.

  • Be committed to safeguarding and inclusive education.

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS suitable for the placement before attending a trial day.

Position details:

  • Location: Southwark

  • Setting: Primary school

  • Start date: Early December, provisionally 7 December, with the possibility of additional days beforehand.

  • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday.

  • Duration: Until the end of the academic year.

If you have experience supporting children with SEN and want to help a young pupil access learning and develop essential communication skills, this Specialist Learning Support Assistant role in Southwark is worth exploring.

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