Location: Tower Hamlets
Contract: Full-time, Fixed Term until July 2026 (with possibility of permanent contract)
Salary: Scale 3 (Points 5–6) £31,086–£31,530 pro rata
Start date: January 2026
Your new role
This Primary School is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (Scale 3) to join their team on a maternity cover basis. This is a full-time, term-time only role, supporting
pupils, teachers, and the wider schoolmunity to raise standards of achievement and ensure inclusion across all aspects of school life.
You will work 34 hours per week:
•Monday–Thursday: –
•Friday: –
What you’ll need to succeed
We are looking for someone who can say “YES” to the following:
•Enjoys working with children and has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
•Is a graduate aspiring to train as a teacher
•Is ICT proficient, confident using Word and Publisher
•Flexible, hardworking, and passionate about education
•Able to work effectively as part of a team
•Resilient and adaptable in a busy school environment
What you’ll get in return
At this primary school, you can expect:
mitment to a healthy work-life balance
•Motivated, well-behaved children
•Friendly and supportive colleagues
•Caring and engaged parents
•Excellent learning environment and teaching resources
•Opportunities for professional development, training, and career progression
•Excellent transport links (Elizabeth Line, District, H&C, Overground)
•Supportive andmittedernors
Hayspliance requirements
Working with Hays Education means safeguarding is our top priority. To be considered for this role, you must:
•Provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available)
•Undergo an enhanced DBS check
•Supply two recent professional references covering the last two years
plete all mandatory safeguarding andpliance checks prior to starting