Full-time Monday to Friday (8:30am–4pm) | Southwark, London | £90–£105 per day PAYE | Start After Easter

Are you a CACHE Level 3 qualified professional who is passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of young children? If you thrive in a classroom environment and are dedicated to supporting children’s learning, wellbeing and development, this could be the perfect role for you.

Ortus Recruitment is working with a primary school in the London Borough of Southwark to find a qualified Learning Support Assistant who is ready to hit the ground running. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that truly values education and puts children at the heart of everything it does.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Supporting the teacher by:

• Assisting in creating and maintaining a safe, effective and engaging learning environment
• Helping to prepare and deliver learning activities, observing how well they work and sharing relevant feedback with the class teacher
• Keeping pupil and classroom records up to date and supporting communication with parents

Supporting children and their learning by:

• Building fair, respectful, trusting and supportive relationships with every pupil
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a secure and nurturing environment
• Maintaining high expectations for every child’s development and behaviour, supporting them to reach their full potential
• Encouraging pupils to explore their own ideas, develop creativity and think independently
• Promoting positive self-esteem, independence and strong values and behaviour
• Monitoring individual progress and acting where needed

Additional responsibilities:

• Working cooperatively with colleagues and contributing positively to the wider team culture
• Actively developing your own professional skills and supporting the growth of others
• Attending meetings, performance reviews and school events
• Supporting the positive image and overall wellbeing of the school community

What We’re Looking For

• Hold a CACHE Level 3 or equivalent Early Years qualification – this is essential
• A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and ideally practical experience working with this age group, including as a key person
• Fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and wellbeing of all children
• Flexible, adaptable, creative and innovative in your approach to learning and behaviour
• A strong team player who contributes positively to collaborative working
• Excellent interpersonal skills with both children and adults
• Well-organised, reliable and efficient in managing your responsibilities
• A genuine passion for helping young children grow and thrive in an educational setting

Why Work With Ortus Recruitment

• REC Corporate Member – committed to ethical recruitment and giving every candidate the best chance of success
• We only partner with schools that have strong safeguarding cultures and welcoming, supportive staff teams
• Opportunities for professional growth and development throughout your placement
• The chance to make a lasting difference for children from all kinds of backgrounds

Don’t wait – once your profile is fully vetted, trials can begin immediately, putting you in the best position to secure your placement as soon as possible.

JOB TITLE: CACHE Level 3 Learning Support Assistant LOCATION: Primary School, Southwark Borough, London SALARY: £90–£105 per day (PAYE, depending on experience) HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm JOB TYPE: Full-time, Long-term START DATE: After Easter (trials available immediately upon vetting)

To apply, please send your full CV today – we’d love to hear from you!

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