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.
