Pastoral Assistant / Learning Support Assistant - Secondary School - Hackney
Full Time | Term Time Only | ASAP Start
Up to £125 per day | Long Term Role
Long Term Futures are recruiting a committed and adaptable Pastoral Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a large secondary school in Hackney, supporting students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4.
This is a varied role combining pastoral support and classroom-based learning support, ideal for someone confident working with students who require additional support with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), behaviour and special educational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1:1 and small-group support for students with SEMH, behaviour and SEN needs
Support pupils both in lessons and during unstructured times
Assist teachers with lesson delivery and classroom management
Implement behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
Work closely with pastoral teams, SEN staff and Heads of Year
Promote engagement, inclusion and positive behaviourIdeal Candidate Will Have:
Experience supporting students with SEMH, behaviour or SEN needs
Confidence working in a secondary school environment
A calm, resilient and consistent approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice
Background in mentoring, youth work or education (desirable)Location & Transport - Hackney, East London
Accessible via Hackney Central and Hackney Downs (Overground)
Close to Bethnal Green (Central Line)
Good links via London Fields and Homerton
Bus routes: 26, 30, 38, 48, 55, 106, 242, 253, 276
Excellent connections into Central and East LondonWhy Work with Long Term Futures
Weekly pay - up to £125 per day
Long-term opportunity
Free CPD including behaviour management, SEMH support and safeguarding
No day-to-day supply - long-term placements only
Progression opportunities into Pastoral Lead, Behaviour Mentor or SEN roles
Dedicated consultant support from secondary and SEND specialistsIf you're passionate about supporting young people in a Hackney secondary school, apply today with Long Term Futures.
Pastoral Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEMH, Behaviour Support, SEN, Hackney
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Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references