Learning Support Assistant

Learning Support Assistant Location: Croydon, South LondonSalary: £100–£120 per dayJob Type: Full-timeHours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday We are currently looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join a welcoming school in Croydon. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people and wants to make a positive difference to their education and development. The Role As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pupils to provide day-to-day support in the classroom. You will help pupils engage with their learning, build confidence and develop their independence. Key responsibilities include: Supporting pupils with their learning and development Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required Supporting children with additional learning needs Helping pupils remain focused and engaged in lessons Assisting the class teacher with classroom activities Encouraging positive behaviour and building pupils’ confidence Providing a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment Helping pupils develop their social, emotional and academic skills About You We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about working with children and young people Patient, caring and approachable Reliable and committed to working full-time Confident supporting pupils both individually and in small groups Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff A good communicator with a positive attitude Previous experience working in a school, nursery, SEN or support setting is desirable but not essential What We Offer £100–£120 per day Full-time hours, 8:30am–3:30pm Monday to Friday, term time Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an education setting Supportive school environment Potential for ongoing work and career development Why Work With Pink Tile Education? At Pink Tile Education, we are a specialist education recruitment agency dedicated to matching talented education professionals with schools where they can truly thrive. We take the time to understand both our candidates and our partner schools, ensuring the right fit for everyone involved. Our team has extensive experience within education, particularly across SEND and SEMH settings, so we understand the unique challenges and rewards these roles bring. Pink Tile Education, our schools and candidates all share the expectation of “Best Fit, Every Time”. Our job is to ensure that every candidate we place has a positive impact on the team of their new employer. How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development and have the patience, enthusiasm, resilience and communication skills required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Croydon. Looking for a Different Area, Role or Start Date? Looking for a different area, role or start date? Register with Pink Tile Education to be the first to hear about new education opportunities in your area. Pay & Holiday Pay The pay stated is inclusive of the additional 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. Safeguarding Pink Tile Education is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Successful applicants will be required to undertake various background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service. Important Notice In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed. Apply to Job