SEN Learning Support Assistant
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14.85 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 March 2026 |
| Location: | Workington, Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Humly North West |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | SEN LSA |
Summary
SEN Learning Support Assistant – [Location]
Humly is recruiting a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a SEN school on a long-term basis.
This is a full-time role supporting children with a range of additional needs, including but not limited to ASD, ADHD, learning delay, physical difficulties, challenging behaviour, and social and emotional challenges. It would suit a dedicated and compassionate professional looking to make a real difference in the classroom.
What You’ll Be Doing
Support children with additional needs in line with individual education plans
Deliver targeted interventions to promote learning and development
Assist with managing challenging behaviour in a positive and constructive way
Encourage social and emotional growth through structured activities
Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt resources and lesson plans
Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers and SEN coordinators
What You’ll Bring
Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school setting
Knowledge of strategies for supporting ASD, ADHD, and other additional needs
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children, staff, and parents
Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively
A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable)
Pay
£14.85 per hour
Additional Benefits
Weekly pay and access to roles via the Humly app
FREE Safeguarding, Prevent & Child Protection training
Ongoing support from our experienced North West team
£100 Refer-a-Friend bonus once your referral completes their first assignment
Important Information
Full-time working pattern
SEN school-based position
Enhanced DBS required
Safeguarding & Rehabilitation of Offenders Act: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to declare relevant convictions in line with the Act.
Humly is recruiting a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a SEN school on a long-term basis.
This is a full-time role supporting children with a range of additional needs, including but not limited to ASD, ADHD, learning delay, physical difficulties, challenging behaviour, and social and emotional challenges. It would suit a dedicated and compassionate professional looking to make a real difference in the classroom.
What You’ll Be Doing
Support children with additional needs in line with individual education plans
Deliver targeted interventions to promote learning and development
Assist with managing challenging behaviour in a positive and constructive way
Encourage social and emotional growth through structured activities
Collaborate with teaching staff to adapt resources and lesson plans
Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to teachers and SEN coordinators
What You’ll Bring
Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school setting
Knowledge of strategies for supporting ASD, ADHD, and other additional needs
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with children, staff, and parents
Ability to manage challenging behaviour calmly and effectively
A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable)
Pay
£14.85 per hour
Additional Benefits
Weekly pay and access to roles via the Humly app
FREE Safeguarding, Prevent & Child Protection training
Ongoing support from our experienced North West team
£100 Refer-a-Friend bonus once your referral completes their first assignment
Important Information
Full-time working pattern
SEN school-based position
Enhanced DBS required
Safeguarding & Rehabilitation of Offenders Act: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to declare relevant convictions in line with the Act.