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SEN Learning Support Assistant

Job Description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Primary School | Hackney

Are you a compassionate and dedicated SEN Learning Support Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference in children's lives?

Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity from April 2026 within a supportive and inclusive primary school in Hackney?

Academics is proud to be working in partnership with a friendly, nurturing, and high-performing primary school that is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed SEN Learning Support Assistant to join their team from April 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) while working within a welcoming and collaborative school community, where staff are valued and every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.



Role Details

  • Location: Hackney
  • Start Date: April 2026
  • Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
  • Pay: -9597 per day (dependent on experience)


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
  • Support children with a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social/emotional needs
  • Assist teachers in delivering inclusive and engaging lessons tailored to individual learning needs
  • Implement positive behaviour strategies and support pupils' emotional wellbeing
  • Help create a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment
  • Work closely with the SENCO, teachers, and wider staff to monitor and support pupil progress


The Ideal Candidate Will:

  • Have experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
  • Be patient, empathetic, and resilient
  • Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
  • Be able to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
  • Be proactive and committed to helping every child succeed

If you are enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a real impact within a fantastic primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today, and a member of our team will be in touch shortly to discuss the role and arrange trial days with the school.