Educational Support Assistant

Background

An Educational Support Assistant helps teachers in classrooms by working with individual students or small groups who need extra help with their learning. You might assist with reading, maths, or other subjects, help students understand instructions, or support those with additional needs. You'll also help with classroom activities, prepare materials, and create a positive learning environment where all students can succeed.

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Next Step Roles

Teaching Assistant→Higher Level Teaching Assistant→School Administrator→Education Coordinator

Publications

Schools WeekEducation Today

Books

The Craft of TeachingSupporting Every Child's LearningMaking a Difference in the Classroom

Movies

Dead Poets SocietyFreedom Writers

Key Figures

Sir Ken RobinsonCarol DweckDebbie SilverRoss Morrison McGill

Classification

SIC Code6117, 0The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference371.3, 372.1For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Classroom AssistantLearning Support AssistantTeaching AssistantSchool Support Worker

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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