Graduate Learning Support Assistant – Secondary School – Barnet

September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Term-Time Only | £500–£600 per week

Are you a graduate passionate about supporting young people and helping them overcome barriers to learning?

Are you considering a future career in teaching, SEN, educational psychology or wider education?

KPI Education is working with a supportive and inclusive secondary school in Barnet that is seeking a dedicated Graduate Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain hands-on experience within a secondary school while developing valuable skills in learning support, behaviour management and inclusive education.

The Role

As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENCO and wider inclusion team to support students with a range of learning needs.

You will provide individual and small-group support, helping students access the curriculum, build confidence and make positive academic and personal progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs and barriers to learning.
• Work alongside teachers to help students access the curriculum.
• Deliver or assist with literacy, numeracy and subject-specific interventions.
• Support students with organisation, revision and independent learning.
• Help pupils develop confidence, resilience and positive learning habits.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Adapt support to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
• Assist with classroom activities, resources and learning tasks.
• Build positive and professional relationships with students.
• Support wider pastoral and inclusion initiatives across the school.

Candidate Profile

The ideal Graduate Learning Support Assistant will be:

• Educated to degree level, with a 2:1 or above preferred.
• Passionate about supporting young people and inclusive education.
• Patient, empathetic and approachable.
• Confident communicating with students and staff.
• Organised, proactive and resilient.
• Able to build positive relationships with secondary-age students.
• Interested in developing a career in education, SEN, teaching or educational psychology.
• Previous experience in tutoring, mentoring, youth work, schools, sports or volunteering is desirable but not essential.

What the School Offers

This successful Barnet secondary school offers a supportive environment for graduates looking to build a career in education.

You will benefit from:

• £500–£600 per week.
• Full-time, term-time employment from September 2026.
• Valuable experience supporting students across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Training and guidance from experienced teachers and support staff.
• The opportunity to work closely with the SENCO and inclusion team.
• Development of practical skills in learning support and behaviour management.
• Experience supporting students with a range of abilities and additional needs.
• Strong preparation for future teacher training, SEN careers or educational psychology.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' confidence, wellbeing and academic progress.

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career

If you are a graduate who is passionate about helping young people succeed and want to gain meaningful experience within a secondary school in Barnet, this could be the ideal opportunity.

Apply today by sending your CV to KPI Education to be considered for this September 2026 Graduate Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Barnet.

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