Learning Support Assistant
Salary/Rate:£90 PAYE
Job type:Contract
Town/City:Barking and Dagenham
County:North East London
Type of Role:Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant
Job ref:9373
Post Date:08.05.25
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Meet Our Recruiter
About the Role
Learning Support Assistant – Inclusive Primary School
Location: Barking and Dagenham
Salary: £90 per day (PAYE)
Contract: Temp to Perm
Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a role where your presence matters and your support changes lives?
We are working with a vibrant and inclusive primary school in Barking and Dagenham that is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who can make a meaningful difference to pupils with additional needs. This school is more than a place of learning—it’s a place where every child is seen, heard, and supported to thrive.
Why This School?
This is a mainstream primary school with a strong commitment to SEND inclusion. With a specialist provision on site and a leadership team that puts people first, it’s a place where staff are encouraged, valued, and trusted to grow.
- Bright, well-resourced classrooms
- A purpose-built sensory room for regulation and calm
- A genuinely collaborative, caring staff culture
You’ll never feel like just another TA here—you’ll be part of a team working together to help children overcome barriers and reach their full potential.
About the Role
This role offers the chance to work closely with a child who requires consistent, compassionate support throughout their school day.
You will be:
- Providing one-to-one support to a pupil with additional needs
- Supporting communication and emotional regulation through tailored strategies
- Assisting with lesson delivery, adapting resources to suit the child’s needs
- Collaborating with the SENCO and teaching staff to implement EHCP targets
- Creating a calm, positive, and structured learning environment
- Celebrating every step forward—because progress looks different for everyone
Who You Are
- You may already have experience working with children with SEND—or you may be new but bring the right mindset and enthusiasm
- You’re calm under pressure, flexible in your approach, and understand that consistency is key
- You believe in inclusive education and that every child deserves the support they need to succeed
- You enjoy being part of a team and thrive in a setting where people work together and support each other
What’s on Offer:
- A long-term opportunity with the potential to become permanent
- A supportive school environment where staff wellbeing is genuinely prioritised
- Full PAYE contract—no umbrella deductions or hidden costs
- Ongoing professional development and the chance to grow your career in education
If you’re looking for a role where you can truly make an impact—and be part of a team that believes in doing things the right way—this could be your next step.
To apply or find out more, please contact elisha@psinclusion.co.uk or call us for a confidential chat
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