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Learning Support Assistant

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 14.61 - 22.32 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: London

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: Finsbury Park, London
 Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
 Pay Rate: £14.61 per hour (increases to £22.32 per hour)
 Start Date: August 2026
 Contract: Long-Term, Term-Time Only

A leading further education college in London is seeking committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to support students aged 16–19 with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with young people studying a wide range of vocational courses, as well as Entry Level, Foundation, and Supported Learning programmes.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will provide one-to-one and in-class support to students with additional needs, helping them to access their studies, build confidence, and work towards greater independence.

Students may have moderate special educational needs, including:

Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
ADHD
Speech and Language needs
Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needsYou will work closely with teaching staff to adapt learning activities and ensure students are fully engaged in lessons.

We are particularly interested in LSAs who have strong skills in English and Maths up to GCSE level.

Many of the students you will support are working towards:

GCSE English and Maths
Functional Skills qualifications
Entry Level and Foundation qualifications
Confidence in supporting learners with literacy and numeracy is essential. 

Students are enrolled on a variety of programmes, including:

ESOL
Foundation and Supported Learning
Hairdressing
Computing and IT
Beauty Therapy
Accounting and Bookkeeping
English
MathsRequirements

To be considered, you must have:

Experience working with young people or individuals with SEND
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A patient, positive, and proactive approach
Strong English and Maths skills to GCSE levelThe College

The college is one of the largest further education groups in London, with campuses across:

Enfield
Tottenham
King's Cross
Camden
Finsbury Park
Victoria
Soho
Regent’s ParkThe college is well-regarded for its inclusive approach, supportive leadership team, and excellent staff training and development opportunities.

Who Should Apply?

This position is ideal for:

Experienced Learning Support Assistants
Previous experience as a Primary or Secondary TA in mainstream or SEND schools
Individuals with a caring and positive attitude looking to build a career supporting young people with additional needs
Experience in supporting pupils with English and Maths to GCSE levelApply Now

If you are passionate about supporting young people aged 16–19 and have strong English and Maths skills, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your most up-to-date CV.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients

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Bank details.
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