Graduate Learning Support Assistant
- chipping barnet, england, United Kingdom
- Full time
Job Description
Graduate Learning Support Assistant
Barnet, North London | Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Start: September 2026
Weekly Pay: £500–£600
Are you a recent graduate eager to gain practical experience in a secondary school before pursuing a career in teaching, educational psychology, or special educational needs?
Do you hold a 2:1 degree or higher in Psychology, English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities , or another related academic discipline? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to begin your journey in education.
KPI Education is working with a welcoming and forward-thinking secondary school in Barnet to recruit a motivated Graduate Learning Support Assistant for a September 2026 start.
In this rewarding role, you will play a key part in helping students overcome learning challenges, working closely with teachers and the school's experienced inclusion team to provide targeted academic and pastoral support.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Graduate Learning Support Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing tailored one-to-one and small-group learning sessions.
- Supporting students with a variety of additional learning needs, including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.
- Assisting classroom teachers with lesson delivery and classroom organisation.
- Modifying resources and activities to ensure all learners can access the curriculum.
- Encouraging students to develop confidence, independence, and positive learning habits.
- Contributing to an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
- Recording student progress and sharing observations with teaching staff.
- Offering pastoral guidance and acting as a positive, approachable role model.
What We’re Looking For
To be considered, you should have:
- A Bachelor's degree with at least a 2:1 classification in Psychology or a core academic subject such as English, Maths, Science, or Humanities.
- A genuine enthusiasm for working with young people.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic approach.
- The ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.
- Experience supporting children or young people is beneficial but not a requirement.
Begin Your Career in Education
This Graduate Learning Support Assistant position offers an excellent opportunity to build valuable school-based experience while making a meaningful difference to the lives of secondary students.
If you're passionate about education and ready to develop your skills in a supportive school environment, we'd love to hear from you.