Graduate Learning Support Assistant

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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