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SEND Specialist Learning Support Assistant (LSA) for Year 7

Location: North West London
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only (Agency)
Schedule: 5 Days a Week
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Length: Long-Term with Temp-to-Perm Potential

About the job
A well-established secondary school in North West London is seeking a passionate and experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated support to Year 7 students. This role is full-time and long-term, initially offered through agency with the view to become permanent. The successful candidate will join a committed and inclusive team focused on supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs.

About you
This position is ideal for experienced support staff as well as graduates who are keen to develop their careers in education. Ideally, candidates will have experience supporting SEND pupils, preferably within a secondary school setting. However, individuals from backgrounds such as private or group tutoring, youth work, mentoring, or holiday camps and enrichment programmes are also warmly encouraged to apply. Above all, we are looking for someone who can build strong rapport with young people, respond sensitively to individual needs, and contribute positively within a collaborative support team. The ability to adapt, communicate clearly, and engage students effectively will be key to success in this role.

Essential qualities:
-Proactive, patient and empathetic approach
-Strong communication and teamwork skills
-Experience supporting young people in educational or extracurricular settings
-Understanding of SEND and inclusive learning strategies is desirable

About the school
Located in North West London, the school has a warm and inclusive ethos, with a strong emphasis on supporting individual student development. Staff are collaborative and committed to delivering high-quality education and pastoral care, especially for students with additional needs. The Year 7 intake benefits from a structured transition and specialist support, making this a rewarding place to contribute your skills.

Interested? Apply Now!
If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered for the position above, simply click the ‘Apply Now’ button and ensure you submit your most recent CV.

If you wish to discuss the role or have any questions about the application process, please contact Ellie Field at Hays Education, London.