Learning Support Assistant – Graduate Route to Psychology/SEN

Unlock your future in education as a Learning Support Assistant in an inspirational, innovative school in Hackney. This is a career-defining opportunity for a bright, ambitious graduate to make an immediate and tangible difference to the lives of children with additional needs. If you are excited by the prospect of working with young people, driven to pursue teaching, psychology, or SEN pathways, and powered by a desire to change lives, this Learning Support Assistant post is the perfect springboard for your career.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you’ll gain front-line experience working in a highly-rated, inclusive environment, collaborating closely with exceptional teachers, therapists, and SEN professionals. This school is lauded for its cutting-edge facilities, leading CPD, and nurturing ethos – the perfect arena for an aspiring professional to immerse, learn, and advance. Every day offers experience at the coalface of SEN support, positioning you for future roles in education or psychology while being guided by visionary mentors.

Key Highlights:

• Learning Support Assistant role – Graduate fast-track opportunity
• £90–£105 per day (term time) – competitive, progressive pay
• Central Hackney location – thriving, culturally rich community
• Ofsted “Outstanding” – a high-performance, nurturing environment
• Excellent CPD: weekly training, on-site workshops, funded qualifications
• Ideal for aspiring teachers, psychologists, and SEN specialists looking for a transformative experience
• Modern SEN suite, specialist resources, and therapist-led support

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing pivotal 1:1 and small group support to children with a range of SEND needs
• Collaborating with teachers and therapists to create vibrant, inclusive lessons
• Deploying innovative interventions and behaviour strategies
• Tracking student progress, celebrating achievements, and adapting approaches
• Gaining direct insight into cognitive, social, and emotional development

Ideal Learning Support Assistant for this Hackney School:

• First-class graduate with proven academic excellence
• Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or educational professional
• Highly committed, empathetic, and restless for greater impact
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilient, proactive, and resolutely positive under pressure

Why Join This Hackney School?:

• Pioneering approach to inclusion and SEND support
• Exceptional, collegiate staff community – everyone is valued
• Access to cutting-edge CPD, with clear career and training pathways
• Outstanding student behaviour and leadership support
• Opportunities to progress into teacher training or psychology roles

This Learning Support Assistant role in Hackney is a launchpad for your ambitions – whether you see yourself teaching, leading, or thriving in SEN or psychology. Secure a place at a school where your talent will be stretched and your future truly accelerated. Interviews are ongoing – step up to the next level now.

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference in Hackney? Secure your chance to join a forward-thinking SEN team—applications are reviewed as soon as they land. Interviews are ongoing, so don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Inner London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!