Humly

    SEN Learning Support Assistant - Darwen - Part Time - Immediate Start

    £15.46/hour

    Location

    Blackburn with Darwen

    Role

    Sen Teaching Assistant

    Sector

    Primary

    Contract type

    Long Term

    Start date

    15 September 2026

    End date

    18 December 2026

    Pay

    £15.46/hour

    Posted 3 days ago

    SEN Learning Support Assistant - Darwen - Part Time - Immediate Start

    £15.46 per hour | Darwen | Tuesday-Friday | Immediate Start | Hearing Impairment Provision

    Humly are recruiting for a strong SEN Learning Support Assistant to support a primary school in Darwen from as soon as possible. This role will primarily involve working within the school's hearing impairment provision, with some support also required within the mainstream setting. No BSL qualification or previous hearing impairment experience is required.

    This SEN Learning Support Assistant role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or education professional who is confident supporting children with additional needs. The role is due to run until Christmas initially, with potential to continue further depending on the needs of the school.

    Role Details

    • SEN Learning Support Assistant role in a Lower Darwen primary school

    • Working Tuesday-Friday

    • Part-time school-based role

    • Start as soon as possible

    • Primarily supporting the school's hearing impairment provision

    • Some support required within the mainstream setting

    • No BSL qualification or previous hearing impairment experience required

    • Initially expected to run until Christmas

    • Potential to continue further depending on school requirements

    • £15.46 per hour

    What You'll Be Doing

    • Supporting pupils with additional needs across the school day

    • Primarily supporting pupils within the hearing impairment provision

    • Providing 1:1 and small group support where required

    • Supporting pupils to access classroom learning and activities

    • Providing additional support within the mainstream setting

    • Helping pupils stay focused, settled and engaged

    • Supporting daily routines and transitions

    • Encouraging confidence, communication and independence

    • Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils

    • Working closely with teachers, support staff and the wider SEN team

    • Helping create a calm, safe and inclusive learning environment

    You'll Be a Good Fit If You...

    • Have previous experience working as a SEN Teaching Assistant, LSA or similar education role

    • Have experience supporting children with additional needs

    • Have experience working in a primary school setting

    • Are patient, caring and nurturing

    • Are confident providing 1:1 and small group support

    • Can build positive relationships with pupils

    • Are reliable and consistent in your approach

    • Are willing to support pupils within a hearing impairment provision

    • Do not need a BSL qualification or previous hearing impairment experience

    • Can work effectively as part of a school and SEN team

    • Are available to work Tuesday-Friday

    • Can start as soon as possible

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    Safeguarding Statement:

    Humly is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. We follow strict safer recruitment practices and a rigorous selection process designed to deter and identify unsuitable applicants.

    All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks. In line with safeguarding legislation and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance, any offer of employment is conditional upon satisfactory checks, including DBS and Teacher Services.

    Due to the nature of working with vulnerable groups, all applicants must disclose any spent convictions or cautions (unless protected) in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975.