SEN Learning Support Assistant - Year 5 - 1:1 - Workington - Full Time

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Year 5 - 1:1 - Workington - Full Time

£15.46 per hour | Workington | Full Time | After October Half-Term | 1:1 Year 5 SEN Support

Humly are recruiting for a resilient, patient and experienced SEN Learning Support Assistant to support a primary school in Workington from after the October half-term. This full-time role will involve providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil and is expected to run through to Christmas, with potential to continue into the new year.

This 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or education professional who is confident supporting pupils with additional needs. The pupil has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated behavioural needs, so the school is looking for someone who can establish a strong rapport, maintain clear boundaries and provide a structured and supportive environment throughout the school day.

Role Details

• 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant role in a Workington primary school

• Full-time school-based role

• Supporting a Year 5 pupil

• Dedicated 1:1 support

• Pupil has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and associated behavioural needs

• Start after the October half-term

• Expected to run through to Christmas

• Potential to extend into the new year

• Supporting learning, routines and engagement

• £15.46 per hour

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 5 pupil

• Supporting the pupil to access classroom learning and activities

• Establishing a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil

• Providing clear, consistent and structured support

• Maintaining appropriate boundaries throughout the school day

• Supporting emotional regulation and positive engagement

• Helping the pupil manage classroom routines and transitions

• Encouraging confidence, independence and participation in learning

• Supporting positive behaviour and engagement

• Working closely with the class teacher and wider SEN team

• Following individual support strategies and guidance provided by the school

• Helping create a calm, safe and supportive learning environment

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

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

• Have experience providing 1:1 support in a primary school setting

• Have experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Are confident supporting pupils with behavioural or additional needs

• Are resilient, patient and consistent

• Can establish strong and positive relationships with pupils

• Are confident maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries

• Can provide structure and consistency throughout the school day

• Have a calm and supportive approach

• Are adaptable and able to respond to individual pupil needs

• Can work effectively alongside teachers and SEN staff

• Are available for full-time work from after the October half-term