Learning Support Assistant – Richmond

Learning Support Assistant – Richmond-upon-Thames 

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) | SEN Support | Primary School

Location: Richmond-upon-Thames, London
Pay: Up to £95 per day
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time

At Engage Education, we know that exceptional Learning Support Assistants make a lasting difference to children’s education. We’ve spent over a decade building strong relationships with schools across London, and we’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable Learning Support Assistants to work on a flexible, day-to-day basis across a range of welcoming primary and secondary schools in Richmond-upon-Thames from September 2026.

About the role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils reach their full potential by providing tailored support both inside and outside the classroom. Working closely with teachers and the wider SEND team, you’ll help create an inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported, engaged, and confident.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one support for pupils with additional learning needs, including those with SEND.
• Delivering small-group interventions to reinforce learning and develop key literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Supporting pupils’ emotional wellbeing, confidence, and independence throughout the school day.
• Adapting learning activities and resources to meet individual needs under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging pupils to engage fully in classroom activities.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to support individual learning plans where required.
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

This role is ideal for experienced Learning Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, or those looking to begin a rewarding career supporting children with additional learning needs. It also offers an excellent opportunity for graduates considering a future in education, psychology, speech and language therapy, or teaching.

About the schools:

• A variety of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Richmond-upon-Thames. 
• Flexible opportunities available to suit your availability and preferred year groups.
• Easily accessible by public transport and major road links, such as the A316.
• Opportunities to build relationships with local schools, with the potential for long-term and permanent positions.
• A welcoming and supportive leadership team committed to staff development.
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing, and high-quality SEND provision.

About us:

We are Engage Education, the most trusted education recruitment agency, with professional development and support at our core.

• A free, brand-new app which allows you to view and accept available bookings, update your profile and work preferences, availability and much more! You can Download Here!
• Get paid in line with national scales (AWR compliant)
• Free CPD sessions via. Creative Education
• Your own dedicated consultant to support you throughout the application process
• £50 ‘Refer a Friend’ Amazon voucher via our EngageNow app

How to apply:

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