Job description
We are looking for a caring and committed Learning Support Assistant to support our students' educational journey. Your day-to-day assistance will be crucial in providing the help and encouragement students need to thrive in a supportive classroom environment
Key Responsibilities:
• Support pupils’ learning and development under the guidance of the class teacher, including one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and social-emotional development, supporting pupils to manage emotions and interact successfully with peers.
• Assist with planning and delivering activities, adapting resources to meet individual needs.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to assessment and planning.
• Support the school’s ethos of safety and inclusion, ensuring all pupils feel valued and supported.
Key Requirements:
• GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths
• Experience working with children, preferably in an SEMH, special needs, or educational setting.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Is proactive and flexible, able to adapt to the needs of different pupils and situations.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, understanding the importance of confidentiality and school policies.
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Nightingale Community Academy
Academy special sponsor led · Ages 5–19
- Pupils
- 137
- Avg teacher salary
- £57,657
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 6.2:1
- Academy trust
- ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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London, Wandsworth, SW17 7DF
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- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 25 June 2026
- Closing date
- 28 June 2026
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