Job: Learning Support Assistant Employer: Secondary Academy, Lewisham, Southeast London Actual Annual Salary: £23,202 - £24,897 Start date: As soon as possible Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week, Mondays to Fridays 8am to 4pm, term time only (42-week contract) Aston Education is looking for a dynamic Learning Support Assistant (LSA)to join this Ofsted Good 11-18 mainstream secondary school in Lewisham, Southeast London. Benefits: Excellent modern facilitiesAn extensive support networkLocal Government Pension SchemeFree parkingExcellent professional development programmeLifestyle and discount savingsEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing supportHeadspace appStaff development - Secondment OpportunitiesRide to Work and Cycle to Work SchemesSeason ticket loans Job responsibilities include: You will play a vital role in helping young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) access the curriculum, develop independence, and reach their full potential-both academically and socially. You'll support students with a wide range of SEND, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and moderate learning difficulties. As an LSA, you will work closely with teaching staff, the SENDCo, and other professionals to support students' learning and emotional wellbeing. You will provide group, in classroom, or one-to-one support for students who have additional needs, supporting students with social communication, emotional regulation and behaviour. You have: GCSE English and Maths, grade C or aboveTeaching Assistant qualification is desirableExperience of working with young peopleExperience supporting students with a range of SEND (e.g. autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH) This is a vibrant school and it's part of a respected Multi-Academy Trust. Closing date: As soon as possible Please contact Tarja Aila at Aston Education for an informal chat and to apply for this LSA job. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.