Key Role Information

Salary
£26,857 - £27,240 Pro Rata
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
02/11/2026 09:00
Interview
5 November 2026
Pay grade
Support Staff | SCP5 - SCP6
Department
Teaching Support
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
35.00
Weeks per year
39.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Sir William Burrough Primary School, Tower Hamlets Scale 3 (Points 5-6) | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about helping children reach their full potential?

Sir William Burrough Primary School, part of the University Schools Trust (UST), is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (Level 3) to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about inclusion, has high expectations for all children, and is keen to make a genuine difference to pupils' educational experiences.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, the SENDCo and Inclusion Team to support pupils both individually and in small groups. You will help children access the curriculum, develop confidence and independence, and achieve their best across all areas of learning. The role includes supporting pupils with additional needs, contributing to intervention programmes, monitoring progress, and promoting positive behaviour and wellbeing

We are looking for someone who:

  1. Has experience working with children in a primary school setting.
  2. Is committed to inclusive education and supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.
  3. Can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
  4. Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
  5. Demonstrates patience, flexibility and a positive approach to supporting children's learning and development.
  6. Has GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above or equivalent).
  7. Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What We Offer

  1. A welcoming and supportive school community.
  2. Opportunities for professional development and training.
  3. The chance to work within the University Schools Trust, a forward-thinking and ambitious trust committed to educational excellence and social mobility.
  4. A collaborative environment where staff wellbeing and development are valued



About Us

Welcome to Sir William Burrough Primary School

Thank you for your interest in joining Sir William Burrough Primary School. We are delighted that you are considering becoming part of a dedicated and ambitious community of educators and professionals.

Our Belief

At Sir William Burrough, we believe that when staff are supported, empowered and encouraged to reflect and grow, they are best placed to make a lasting difference to the children and families we serve. Continuous improvement is not an initiative at our school; it is a shared way of working.

Support, Development and Growth

As part of University Schools Trust, we offer high quality professional development, strong partnerships and ongoing support that enable staff to strengthen their practice with confidence. Whether you are developing your expertise or taking the next step in your career, you will be supported through coaching, collaboration and clear guidance.

One Team, Shared Purpose

Joining our team means working alongside colleagues who are committed, ambitious and united by purpose. Whatever your role, you will be valued, listened to and given the space to thrive within a culture built on trust and psychological safety.

As you explore opportunities with us, we encourage you to learn more about our values, our culture and our commitment to continuous improvement. We look forward to discovering how your skills, experience and passion can help shape the future of Sir William Burrough Primary School.

Sir William Burrough Primary School

Universtiy Schools Trust

usthrhelpdesk@ust.london

Salmon Lane
London
London
London
E14 7PQ
Universtiy Schools Trust
usthrhelpdesk@ust.london

Safeguarding Information

All posts involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.

In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines and legal obligations to ensure that safeguarding is a paramount consideration in recruitment processes, employers are required to carry out an enhanced DBS check for this role. To supplement this, we ask you to confirm whether or not you have ever been convicted of a criminal offence which is not 'protected'. If you answer 'yes', you will be asked to supply details of all relevant convictions at a later stage, should your application be progressed.

Information given in response to this question will not be used during the shortlisting process. The data will only be referred to if your application is progressed, informing the pre-employment checking process.

The University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.