Job Title
Learning Support Assistant
Location
Kestrel House School, Crouch End, London N8 9EA
Hours
37.5 per week, Monday–Friday, 8:15am – 4:15pm
Salary
£25,703.13 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract
Permanent | Term Time Only
Start
September 2026
Recruitment Restrictions
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
We believe in giving you more time to do the things you love outside of work.
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to reach their full potential? Do you want a role where no two days are the same, where your work truly matters, and where you can grow both personally and professionally? We’re looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring individual to join our vibrant school community and help shape brighter futures. As a valued member of our team, you’ll play a key role in supporting the education, development, and wellbeing of children and young people.
Working closely with teachers, senior leaders, and a multidisciplinary team, you’ll help create a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons
- Helping to maximise learning opportunities for every student
- Assisting with planning, preparation, and classroom resources
- Contributing to assessments, target setting, and record keeping
- Supporting statutory reviews and contributing to important reports
- Working collaboratively with therapists and professionals to implement specialist approaches
- Observing and recording student progress to support development
- Acting as a positive role model at all times
- Supervising students during mealtimes and recreational activities
- Assisting with risk assessments and educational visits
- Taking part in ongoing training and professional development
Who We’re Looking For
- Qualified with GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
- Compassionate, patient, and resilient
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Committed to supporting children with diverse needs
- Professional, trustworthy, and able to maintain confidentiality
- Eager to learn, grow, and make a difference
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
About Us
Kestrel House School is a Special Educational Needs (SEN) School that helps educate and support pupils with complex needs and specialises in communication and learning challenges associated with Autism.
EEO Statement
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We are committed to keeping applicants informed throughout, and we strive to follow safeguarding and compliance standards.
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