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SEND Learning Support Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 17 March 2026
Salary: £24,796 to £25,185 per year, pro rata
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 16 April 2026
Location: Milnthorpe, Cumbria
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Humly North West
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: #d2e632

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Summary

SEND Learning Support Assistant | KS3/4 – Milnthorpe

Humly is recruiting a SEND Learning Support Assistant to join a secondary school on a ongoing basis.

This is a full-time role starting 13/04/2026 and continuing on a permanent basis. This role would suit a compassionate and proactive individual with experience supporting pupils with additional needs, who is confident working both in the classroom and in small group settings.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting pupils with SEND to access learning across KS3 and KS4

Assisting the class teacher with adapting resources and lesson activities

Delivering targeted interventions and small group support

Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil engagement

Building strong relationships to support pupils’ confidence and independence

Working closely with the SENCO and teaching staff to monitor progress

What You’ll Bring

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND

A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach to learning support

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Confidence managing behaviour and supporting emotional needs

A commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing

Relevant qualifications or training in SEND (desirable but not essential)

Pay

£24,796 to £25,185 per annum (full time equivalent)

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

The most downloaded supply app in the UK

£100 Refer-a-Friend bonus once your referral completes their first assignment

Important Information

Full-time

Start date: 13/04/2026

Secondary school-based position

Enhanced DBS required
(If required, Humly can support with an Enhanced DBS at a cost to the educator)

Safeguarding & Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

Humly is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles working with children are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants will be required to declare relevant convictions in line with the Act.

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