Learning Support Assistant – Wandsworth

Location: Wandsworth
Pay: £100–£115 per day
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term
Start Date: September 2026

A welcoming primary school in Wandsworth is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join their team from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with children and wants to support pupils both academically and socially.

The Role

• Support pupils during lessons and classroom activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Encourage pupils to develop confidence and independence.
• Provide additional support where pupils are struggling with their learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement.
• Support pupils during wider school activities and routines.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Patient, supportive and approachable.
• Confident working with pupils of different abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to follow instructions while also using initiative.
• Reliable and enthusiastic.
• Passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

Why Join Milk Education?

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you’ll find exclusive access to a range of discounts – our very own version of the Blue Light Card
• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!
• School Preparation Pack – be ready for your school placements!
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.
• We partner with the amazing Make Life Kind Charity and their inspiring school speakers, who educate young people about social, safety, and stigmatised topics.
• We’re located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices!

• Join the UK’s only eco-friendly education supply agency!

  Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.