Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

Learning Support Assistant | Epping | September 2026

 

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and academically strong Learning Support Assistant looking to gain valuable experience supporting children within a welcoming primary school? A supportive and inclusive primary school in Epping is seeking a confident and dedicated LSA to join their team for the 2026/27 academic year.

 

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers to support pupils both within the classroom and through targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions. This role is ideal for a graduate or aspiring teacher looking to gain meaningful classroom experience before pursuing teacher training or a long-term career in education.

 

Why choose this Learning Support Assistant role?

• Gain valuable hands-on experience within a supportive primary school environment
• Provide classroom support alongside experienced teachers
• Deliver targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions
• Support pupils across reading, writing, phonics and numeracy
• Build positive relationships with children and help develop their confidence and independence
• Work alongside experienced teachers and education professionals
• Develop practical experience supporting children's academic, social and emotional development
• Excellent opportunity to gain consistent classroom experience across a full academic year

 

Looking for a Learning Support Assistant who…

• Has previous experience working with children or young people
• Is passionate about supporting children's learning and development
• Is patient, resilient and able to build positive relationships with pupils
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is confident working both independently and as part of a wider school team
• Is considering a future career in teaching or education
• Wants to make a genuine difference to children's lives
• Is eager to develop their understanding of primary education and classroom practice

 

This Learning Support Assistant position is a fantastic opportunity to gain meaningful school-based experience within a supportive primary school in Epping. You will develop valuable skills supporting pupils' learning and development while gaining first-hand insight into life as a classroom practitioner.

If you are an ambitious Learning Support Assistant or graduate aspiring to a career in teaching, ready to begin a rewarding role supporting children, we would love to hear from you.

Ribbons & Reeves are London and Essex's leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Learning Support Assistant position in Epping. For other roles like this, check out our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Learning Support Assistant role.