Learning Support Assistant

Plumstead Manor is a thriving and popular secondary school located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. Ours is vibrant, diverse and inclusive school with over 60 languages spoken across our community. The foundation of our vision and purpose is to offer excellence to all our young people, based on four clear values which underpin all our work – pride, ambition, respect and togetherness. Our recipe for success is based on high quality teaching and academic rigour, blended with the highest expectations, support and guidance. This creates the safe and happy environment which young people need to thrive and flourish.

As an LSA in our Learning support Team you could be working in our SEND team supporting students in mainstream or you could be supporting students with a designated special need in ‘The Bridge’ our local authority resourced provision. You will be involved in a combination of in-class, one-to-one and small group support across a range of subject areas. Part of your role would be to assist students with eating, dressing and hygiene to ensure their wellbeing, safeguarding and health and safety, whilst encouraging independence.

It is essential that you have good literacy and numeracy skills (Math’s and English qualification to Level 2). Experience of working with students with a variety of special educational needs and those with an EHCP is desirable.

Hours: 31 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

To apply, please visit our website. Alternatively, contact the HR Team on jobs@plumsteadmanor.com or 020 3260 3123. Job Ref: 142.

Closing date: Midday on Friday 27 February 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. References will automatically be requested for all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. The successful applicant will be required to be DBS checked prior to taking up post.