Learning Support Assistants – Dartford

Learning Support Assistants – Dartford | Secondary School Opportunities

Location: Dartford, Kent & Surrounding Areas
Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
Contract Type: Day-to-Day Supply, Short-Term & Long-Term Opportunities
Start Date: Flexible, Subject to School Requirements
Pay: Dependent on Experience and Assignment

Are You an Experienced Learning Support Assistant Looking for Your Next Opportunity?

Do you enjoy helping young people overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence in the classroom?

Forward Teaching is welcoming registrations from experienced Learning Support Assistants interested in potential opportunities within secondary schools across Dartford and the surrounding areas.

We’re particularly keen to hear from individuals who have experience supporting pupils with special educational needs and understand the importance of patience, consistency and positive relationships.

Whether you’re looking for flexible supply work or a longer-term position, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Opportunities

Learning Support Assistants play an important role in helping pupils access education and develop greater independence.

Depending on the school and assignment, your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs in mainstream classrooms.
• Providing individual and small-group learning support.
• Helping pupils understand instructions and complete classroom activities.
• Supporting students with autism, ADHD or other special educational needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral staff.
• Following individual support plans and agreed learning strategies.
• Creating a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities will vary depending on individual school requirements and the needs of the pupils being supported.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re particularly interested in candidates who have:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people in an educational setting.
• Experience working with secondary-aged pupils.
• A good understanding of SEND and inclusive education.
• Confidence supporting pupils with autism, ADHD or additional learning needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Good behaviour support and classroom management skills.
• A genuine commitment to helping young people succeed.

A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous, although candidates with relevant practical experience are also encouraged to register.

Additional autism training, SEND qualifications or experience working within specialist provisions would be particularly welcome.

Why Register With Forward Teaching?

At Forward Teaching, we believe education recruitment should be personal.

As an independent education recruitment agency, we take time to understand your experience, strengths and preferred working arrangements.

When you register with us, you can expect:

• Friendly and approachable recruitment support.
• Flexible working opportunities where available.
• Pay rates discussed clearly before assignments.
• Consideration for suitable short-term and longer-term positions.
• Clear communication throughout the recruitment process.
• Support with registration and compliance requirements.
• A recruitment service focused on understanding your individual experience.

We recognise that effective learning support requires more than qualifications alone.

The ability to build trust, communicate clearly and adapt your approach to individual pupils can make a meaningful difference.

Register Your Interest Today

If you’re an experienced Learning Support Assistant considering your next opportunity in Dartford, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

Whether you’re actively looking for work or simply exploring your options, please get in touch.

Email your CV: lottie@forward-teaching.co.uk
Telephone: 020 3633 1444

Charlotte | Forward Teaching

Connecting Great People With Great Schools.

Please note: This advertisement invites registrations for potential upcoming opportunities. Specific assignments depend on school requirements and candidate suitability.

All placements are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, appropriate references and verification of the right to work in the UK.