Learning Support Assistant

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Passionate about supporting learners with SEN? Our client is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant in Plumstead to help young people thrive academically, socially and personally within a supportive educational setting. Full-time role until July 2026.

Learning Support Assistant

Location: Plumstead, London
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £13.10
Contract: Until 3rd July 2026

Are you committed to making education accessible for every learner? Our client, a respected educational organisation, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide essential learning and accessibility support to young people and adults with SEN. This is a rewarding role where you will help learners gain independence, develop key skills and fully participate in college life.

Why join our client?

• Supportive and inclusive environment
• Meaningful work supporting learner progression
• Opportunity to develop SEN experience and skills
• Welcoming multidisciplinary team

The role:

• Facilitate learner access to learning programmes
• Support educational, social and personal development
• Promote independent learning and self-advocacy
• Assist with personal care, mobility and well-being
• Understand individual needs and contribute to support plans
• Identify barriers to learning and support interventions
• Ensure specialist equipment and assistive technologies are available
• Support learners to access wider college services and activities
• Report mobility and safety concerns in line with policies
• Liaise with staff, parents and external agencies
• Contribute to learner progress reviews

About you:

• Good standard of general education
• Level 2 English and Maths or willingness to work towards
• Experience in multicultural environments
• Understanding of safeguarding and SEN needs
• Ability to build strong relationships with learners and staff
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Flexible, adaptable and team‑focused
• Makaton/BSL awareness desirable

A current and valid ENHANCED DBS is required for this role.

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

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Location:
Greenwich
Salary:
£13.1 /hour
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Education

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