Job Description

Job Alert: Learning Support Assistant - Full Time, Long Term (Primary School)

Location:

Tower Hamlets

Setting:

Mainstream Primary School

Contract:

Full time, Long Term

TLSA is working in partnership with a welcoming

Mainstream school

in

Tower Hamlets

to recruit a dedicated

Learning Support Assistant

for a

Full time

,

Long Term

position. This role is based in a

Primary School

and involves working

1:1 with a Year 4 pupil

who presents with

ADHD

and associated behavioural needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a

Learning Support Assistant

who is confident, proactive, and experienced in

behavior management

, and who is passionate about supporting children with

ADHD

to succeed in a

Mainstream school

environment.

The Role

As a

Learning Support Assistant

, you will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider pastoral team to support a Year 4 pupil on a

1:1 basis

. The pupil requires structured support to manage behaviour, remain engaged in learning, and reduce classroom disruption within this

Primary School

setting.

This

Full time

,

Long Term

role is ideal for someone who is active, engaging, and skilled in

behavior management

, particularly within a

Mainstream school

.

Daily Duties Will Include:

Providing

1:1 support

for a Year 4 pupil with

ADHD

Implementing behaviour strategies and positive reinforcement plans Supporting emotional regulation and social interaction Actively engaging the pupil in learning activities across the curriculum Managing and reducing classroom disruptions through effective

behavior management

Working collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO Adapting learning materials to suit the pupil's needs Encouraging independence while maintaining consistent boundaries Supervising the pupil during transitions, break times, and activities Recording observations and contributing to progress reviews

Safeguarding and KCSIE Compliance (Section 214 - KCSIE 2025)

When defining this

Learning Support Assistant

role, TLSA has full regard to

Section 214 of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE 2025)

.

Skills, Experience, Attitude, and Behaviours Required:

Proven experience supporting children with

ADHD

in a

Primary School

Strong

behavior management

skills within a

Mainstream school

Calm, resilient, and consistent approach to challenging behaviour Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Professional conduct, reliability, and emotional intelligence

Safeguarding Requirements:

This

Learning Support Assistant

role involves

direct, regular, and unsupervised contact with children

The post constitutes

regulated activity

relevant to children The successful candidate will be responsible for upholding safeguarding practices at all times

Why Apply?

Full time

,

Long Term

opportunity in a supportive

Primary School

Work within a well-established

Mainstream school

in

Tower Hamlets

Make a meaningful impact supporting a child with

ADHD

Develop your skills in

behavior management

and SEN support Join a school that values inclusion, structure, and professional collaboration

Additional Safeguarding Information

All adverts include TLSA's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and make clear that safeguarding checks will be undertaken. The safeguarding responsibilities of the post are outlined within the job description and person specification. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, 2020, 2023 and subsequent amendments.

TLSA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all roles are subject to the usual safeguarding checks. The post carries the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in the job description and person specification. Please note that this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, with the relevant amendments (1975, 2013, 2020, 2023 and any that follow), meaning all cautions and convictions that aren't "protected" will need to be declared.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 95.00-105.00 per day

Work Location: In person