Make a Real Impact This September: Become a 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant
Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in a child’s educational journey? Do you have the patience, empathy, and resilience to support one pupil every step of the way?
Hello Education is proud to be working with warm and welcoming Primary Schools across Darlington that are looking for 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistants to support individual pupils this September. Whether you're experienced or just starting out in education, this is your chance to build a strong, consistent relationship that helps a child grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Your Role This September:
As a 1:1 SEN Learning Support Assistant, you'll become a key figure in one pupil’s school life—offering encouragement, structure, and the tailored support they need to thrive.
What You’ll Be Doing:
1:1 Support – Work closely with a child with additional needs (such as autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or global developmental delay), helping them access learning and navigate the school day.
Adapt and Assist – Modify activities to meet the pupil’s individual needs and learning style, ensuring they’re included and engaged.
Calm, Consistent Support – Respond to challenges with patience and understanding, using clear boundaries and positive reinforcement.
Build Trust – Be a reliable, caring adult in the child’s life—offering emotional support, encouragement, and structure.
️ Behaviour Guidance – Use gentle, effective strategies to support positive behaviour and help the pupil self-regulate when needed.
Celebrate Progress – Be there for the little wins and big breakthroughs. Your presence can help unlock a child’s potential.
We’re Looking for Someone Who:
️ Has experience (or a passion to gain experience) working with children with additional needs in a school or care setting.
️ Is calm, consistent, and emotionally aware—able to build a positive bond with one child over time.
️ Understands the importance of routine, patience, and positive reinforcement.
️ Communicates clearly with staff, parents, and the child themselves.
️ Holds (or is willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS check.
️ Brings empathy, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude to every school day.
Why Join Hello Education?
Competitive Pay – Daily rates paid through PAYE.
Refer-a-Friend Bonus – Share the opportunity and get rewarded.
Personal Consultant – A supportive contact who genuinely cares about your journey.
Flexible Options – Full-time and long-term placements available.
Supportive Schools – Work in inclusive environments that value wellbeing, teamwork, and individual progress.
Start This September—Change a Life
If you’re ready to support a child’s journey with compassion, patience, and purpose, this 1:1 role could be your perfect next step. Join us this September and be the difference in one child’s school experience.
APPLY NOW to start your 1:1 SEN support journey with Hello Education!
Hello Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date