Behaviour Learning Support Assistant

Salary/Rate:PAYE
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Barnet
County:North West London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:10953
Post Date:12.11.25
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About the Role

Behaviour Learning Support Assistant - Specialist Secondary School – Barnet / North London - Immediate Start

Are you an empathetic, patient and resilient professional who is passionate about helping young people thrive both emotionally and academically? We are seeking a Behaviour Learning Support Assistant to join a small, specialist independent secondary school in the Barnet / North London area, supporting students aged 11–19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.

The Role:

As a Behaviour LSA, you will:

  • Support students who may have experienced difficulties in mainstream education due to anxiety, autism, ADHD, or emotional and behavioural challenges.
  • Work closely with teachers, therapists and behaviour leads to deliver personalised learning and emotional support.
  • Implement and model positive behaviour strategies, helping students regulate, reflect and re-engage with learning.
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils through consistency, empathy and positive reinforcement.
  • Help create a calm, nurturing classroom atmosphere where students feel safe, respected and ready to learn.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Compassionate, adaptable and calm under pressure.
  • Passionate about making a genuine difference to young people’s lives.
  • Skilled at building rapport with students who may have low confidence or challenging behaviour.
  • Reflective, resilient and eager to learn, experience in an SEMH or SEN setting is beneficial but not essential.
  • A true team-player who values collaboration, creativity and growth.

What the School Offers

  • Small class sizes (no more than 8 pupils) allowing for meaningful relationships and individualised support.
  • A nurturing and therapeutic environment that prioritises emotional wellbeing alongside academic progress.
  • Ongoing professional development and training to help you progress in your career.
  • A close-knit, caring community that celebrates every success, big or small.

How to Apply

If you’re motivated by helping young people build confidence, resilience and positive learning habits, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief cover note outlining your suitability for this role to zack@psinclusion.co.uk

Early applications are encouraged – interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis.

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