SEN Learning Support Assistant - Reception - Carlisle - Full Time

Humly; Carlisle; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Humly is recruiting a patient and nurturing SEN Learning Support Assistant to support children in a Reception class at a primary school in Carlisle. This full-time role starts after the October half-term and runs for the remainder of the Autumn term, with the potential to continue into 2027.

You will provide calm, consistent support to help children with special educational needs settle in, build confidence and access early learning activities in a caring, inclusive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Interest or experience in Early Years/Reception.
• Ability to adapt to individual learning needs and routines.

Responsibilities

• Provide SEN support to children in a Reception class.
• Help pupils settle into school routines and feel comfortable in the classroom.
• Support children with additional needs to access early learning activities.
• Encourage communication, social interaction and independence.
• Provide patient, nurturing support tailored to individual needs.
• Help children participate in play-based learning and classroom activities.
• Support positive behaviour, emotional regulation and transitions throughout the day.
• Work with the class teacher and school team to follow agreed support strategies.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage confidence.

Skills

SEN support experience

Patience

Team collaboration

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Reception - Carlisle - Full Time

£15.46 per hour | Carlisle | Full Time | After October Half-Term | Until End of Autumn Term, Potentially Into 2027

Humly are recruiting a patient and nurturing SEN Learning Support Assistant to support children in a Reception class at a primary school in Carlisle. This full-time role starts after the October half-term and runs for the remainder of the Autumn term, with the potential to continue into 2027.

You’ll be supporting young children with additional needs as they settle into school life, build confidence and access early learning activities. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in Early Years and can provide calm, consistent and encouraging support to help children feel safe, included and ready to learn.

Role Details

• Job Title: SEN Learning Support Assistant

• Location: Carlisle

• Pay: £15.46 per hour

• Hours: Full time

• Start Date: After October half-term

• Duration: Remainder of the Autumn term, with potential to extend into 2027

• Setting: Primary school

• Year Group: Reception

• Role Type: SEN support

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing SEN support to children within a Reception class

• Helping young pupils settle into school routines and feel comfortable in the classroom

• Supporting children with additional needs to access early learning activities

• Encouraging communication, social interaction and independence

• Providing patient, nurturing support tailored to individual needs

• Helping children participate in play-based learning and classroom activities

• Supporting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and transitions throughout the school day

• Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team to follow agreed support strategies

• Helping create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment

• Building positive relationships with pupils and encouraging confidence as they develop

You’ll Be a Good Fit If You...

• Have experience supporting children with special educational needs

• Have experience or a strong interest in Early Years or Reception

• Are patient, caring and nurturing when working with young children

• Understand the importance of helping children feel safe and settled in school

• Can adapt your approach to suit different learning needs and developmental stages

• Are confident supporting classroom routines and play-based learning

• Have good communication skills and work well as part of a team

• Can encourage independence while providing appropriate support

• Are reliable, proactive and keen to make a positive difference

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

Experience working with children in an educational setting