Job Description

Learning Support Assistant - ARB | Lambeth | September 2026

Location: Lambeth (near Brixton)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time | Long-term (with potential to become permanent)

Pay: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Learning Support Assistant - Specialist ARB Opportunity

A highly inclusive primary school in Lambeth is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work within its Additional Resource Base (ARB) from September 2026.

This rewarding Learning Support Assistant role will involve supporting pupils with complex additional needs, including Autism, speech and language needs and associated learning difficulties. The ARB provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils receive personalised support while accessing appropriate opportunities within the mainstream school.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will become part of an experienced specialist team, working alongside teachers, therapists and the SENCO to help pupils develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

Support pupils within the ARB throughout the school day

Deliver structured one-to-one and small-group learning activities

Promote communication, independence and emotional regulation

Adapt resources to meet individual EHCP targets

Support pupils during integration into mainstream lessons where appropriate

Work closely with teachers and external professionals to monitor progress

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who:

Has experience supporting pupils with Autism or complex SEND

Understands the importance of routine, consistency and positive behaviour support

Is patient, resilient and able to build trusting relationships

Works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Is passionate about helping every child achieve their potentialExperience within an ARB, specialist provision or SEN school would be highly advantageous but is not essential.

What the School Offers

Competitive daily pay

Specialist training and ongoing CPD

A well-resourced ARB with experienced SEN staff

Supportive leadership committed to inclusive practice

Opportunity to progress into a permanent role

A welcoming school community with an excellent reputation for SEND provisionIf you are an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant looking to develop your career within a specialist ARB setting, apply today to be considered for this rewarding Learning Support Assistant opportunity in Lambeth.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07