Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £17,893 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 January 2026 |
| Location: | Newham, Greater London, E16 2TX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1523763 |
Summary
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Responsibilities will include:
The post holder is responsible to their line manager and to the Phase Leader for their duties, responsibilities, and tasks
The post holder will adhere to the school’s values and vision, abiding by the agreed policies and procedures to ensure provision is of the highest quality
The post holder undertakes support for the teachers of the children within the school and the associated pastoral and administrative duties in respect of those pupils as well as the general responsibilities in the school as agreed with the Headteacher
The post holder will interact on a professional level with all colleagues and establish and maintain good working relationships which will promote the development and effective delivery of the school curriculum and maximise children’s achievement
The post holder will be responsible for the pastoral care and safeguarding of the children within their session, class or groups, ensuring that children’s safety, wellbeing and welfare are at the forefront of all they do
To implement agreed work programmes with individual pupils /groups and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas
To assist the teacher in the whole planning, teaching, and assessment cycle
To supervise and lead groups of children (including during lunchtime)
To implement all policies and practices in line with the ethos of the school
Through reflective practice, support a creative, inclusive curriculum which values learning through and smaller group working practices
To support excellent progress for children across all areas of development through effective participation in observation, assessment and planning
To help create a stimulating environment which supports learning
To support parents in becoming competent and confident co-educators
Where you'll work
303 N Woolwich Rd, London
E16 2BB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
Training schedule
You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months
Training provider: LMP Group
All online/ remote learning, no classroom or college day release
An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
After this apprenticeship The right candidate may be offered a permanent position after completion of the apprenticeship
After this apprenticeship The right candidate may be offered a permanent position after completion of the apprenticeship