Job Description
Reeson Education is currently supporting a warm, inclusive 1-form entry primary school in Southfields (SW19) that is looking to appoint a full-time Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil with a diagnosis of Autism and behavioural needs. This role will begin in September 2025 and run for the full academic year, with the potential to extend into a permanent contract.
About the Role:
* You will work closely with a Year 5 pupil who requires support with emotional regulation, behaviour management, and accessing the curriculum.
* This is a 1:1 role with a strong emphasis on building trust, creating a safe and structured learning environment, and implementing individualised support strategies.
* You will collaborate daily with the class teacher, the school's SENCO, and external professionals (e.g., Educational Psychologist, Speech & Language Therapist).
* The pupil may present with high anxiety, emotional outbursts, or difficulty engaging-so experience with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health) is highly beneficial.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* Previous experience working with ASD, challenging behaviour, or pupils with SEMH needs in a school or care setting
* Confident using behaviour support strategies (e.g., visual schedules, Now/Next boards, Zones of Regulation, reward systems)
* Patient, emotionally resilient, and able to remain calm in high-pressure situations
* A team player who can take initiative but also follow individual support plans
* A positive role model with strong communication skills
* Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
* An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
The School Offers:
* A nurturing and supportive leadership team with a strong focus on inclusion
* Regular CPD, safeguarding, and SEND training
* Clear policies and expectations for behaviour and support staff
* An inclusive ethos where every child is known and valued
* Great location with easy access to Southfields tube (District Line), Wandsworth, and nearby bus routes
* Staff wellbeing initiatives and a genuinely warm working environment
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Learning Support Assistant or have relevant SEN experience and are passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Reeson Education:
Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.
Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%