Learning Support Assistant

Autism

Barking & Dagenham

September 2025

£95- £115 per day

Are you a committed learning support assistant looking for a new challenge from September? Do you have previous experience supporting Autism and a drive to make a difference? If so, keep reading!

SANZA Teaching Agency are currently recruiting on behalf of a large, vibrant primary school in Barking & Dagenham. They are seeking talented, compassionate learning support assistants to join their wonderful school from September.

About the school:

The school is a mainstream primary school with 2 Additional Resource Provisions (ARPs); one is an all-through ARP which specialises in ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) and the other is a secondary ARP which specialises in SLCN (Speech, Language and Communication).

The school is proud to support pupils with a variety of differing Special Educational Needs and prides themselves on being a highly inclusive school with an ethos which encourages and celebrates diversity and difference.

About the role:

As a learning support assistant, you will closely with primary aged students who have a diagnosis of Autism. You will:

Provide dedicated support, helping students access learning materials and engage in activities
Collaborate with teachers to adapt lesson materials and ensure they are accessible for the students
Encourage social interaction and facilitate involvement in extracurricular activities and events
Offer 1:1 guidance and tutoring to reinforce concepts covered in class and help the student excel in their studies
Work closely with the school's inclusion team to implement individualised strategies for the student's educational and personal development
Work with small groups of students
Work 1:1 with students as required

Key skills to apply for this position as a learning support assistant:

Previous experience as a learning support assistant
Understanding of Autism
Strong behaviour management
Professional manor
Enthusiasm and friendly approach
Ability to connect with children and build strong relationships

Next steps to apply for this position as a learning support assistant:

Click 'ApplyNow' to be considered for this great position as a learning support assistant or for more information about the role, contact Lauren McNaught @ SANZA Teaching Agency on (phone number removed) or