Learning Support Assistant

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Lambeth | November 2026

Location: Lambeth (near Brixton)
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Full-time | Long-term (with potential to become permanent)
Pay: £100-£120 per day (dependent on experience)

Learning Support Assistant - Inclusive Primary School

A caring and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is looking to appoint a committed Learning Support Assistant to join its support team from November 2026.

This Learning Support Assistant role will involve working closely with pupils who require additional support to access the curriculum, both within the classroom and through targeted interventions. The school has a strong reputation for inclusion and works hard to ensure every child receives the support they need to succeed academically, socially and emotionally.

The successful Learning Support Assistant will work alongside class teachers, the SENCO and external professionals to provide tailored support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, speech and language needs and moderate learning difficulties.

The Role

As a Learning Support Assistant , you will:

Provide one-to-one and small-group support across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2

Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy and communication interventions

Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs

Encourage confidence, independence and positive behaviour

Support teachers in creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate

The school is looking for a Learning Support Assistant who:

Has experience supporting children in a primary school or SEN setting

Is patient, proactive and adaptable

Can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils

Communicates effectively with staff, parents and outside agencies

Has a genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

Experience supporting pupils with SEND is desirable but not essential.

What the School Offers

Competitive daily rates

A highly support...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London South East

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English