Learning Support Assistant (SEN) – Willesden

Primary school | Multiple roles available | Full time, 8:30am-3:30pm

SENDhelp is recruiting for multiple Learning Support Assistant (SEN) positions at a primary school in Willesden.

Experience working with children with special educational needs is essential, but it does not have to come from a school. If you have supported children with SEN through youth groups, charity work or holiday camps, we would welcome your application. Previous school experience is desirable.

These roles offer the opportunity to bring your experience into a primary classroom, helping children access learning, build confidence and take part in school life.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant (SEN), you will work alongside teaching staff to provide support that reflects each child’s individual needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Helping pupils understand and engage with classroom activities.

• Supporting children’s communication, confidence and independence.

• Adapting your approach to suit different learning and support needs.

• Providing calm, patient encouragement throughout the school day.

• Working with teachers and the school’s SEN team to share observations and support pupils’ progress.

• Helping create a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment.

What we are looking for

• Essential: Experience working directly with children with SEN, whether in a school, youth group, charity, holiday camp or another relevant setting.

• Availability to work full time, from 8:30am to 3:30pm.

• A patient, reliable and adaptable approach.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.

• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting children’s wellbeing.

• Desirable: Previous experience as a Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant or in another school support role.

If you have relevant experience outside education and want to move into school support, make sure your CV explains the work you have done with children with SEN.

To apply for a Learning Support Assistant (SEN) role in Willesden, apply with your up-to-date CV.

Why work with SENDhelp?

• Competitive weekly pay through PAYE, with no umbrella company fees.

• Access to over 400 free online training courses through our Training Suite.

• A dedicated SEND consultant to support you throughout your placement.

• Guidance with registration, compliance and finding suitable school opportunities.

As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.

All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.

SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.