Teaching Assistant

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Islington
Location: Islington, North London
Pay: £95–£130 per day (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time / Term-time only
Start Date: September 2026 (or sooner)

Inspire, Support and Empower Young LearnersHorizon Teachers is currently working with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Islington that is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA). This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work closely with pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.
Whether you're an experienced LSA or looking to build a career within education, this role provides valuable classroom experience within a supportive school environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide classroom support to pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small intervention groups
• Assist students with SEND and additional learning requirements
• Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil participation
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and social skills
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, and parents where appropriate

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people in an educational, care, youth work, or support setting
• A positive, patient, and nurturing attitude
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine enthusiasm for supporting children's learning and development
• SEND experience is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities
• Valuable experience within a welcoming school setting
• Professional development and career progression opportunities

Why Horizon Teachers?

• We are currently having our busiest year and are placing more teachers and support staff than ever before.
• Horizon Teachers can provide exposure to a variety of roles and settings across education.
• Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice through our referral scheme.
• Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles – just take a look at our 4.8-star Google rating.

If you're passionate about making a difference in education and want to support young learners in a thriving Islington school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Horizon Teachers to find out more about this exciting Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Islington.


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We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.