SEN 1:1 Support Staff

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic SEN 1:1 Support Assistant to join our outstanding setting on a temporary basis. This rewarding role involves providing individualised support to a primary school-aged child with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning, develop independence, and thrive both academically and socially.
This is initially a temporary position, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates commitment, professionalism, and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the child to access learning activities, promoting engagement, confidence, and independence.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to implement tailored strategies that meet the child's individual needs.

• Adapt resources and learning activities to enable the child to participate fully in the curriculum.

• Support the child's social, emotional, communication, and behavioural development using positive and consistent approaches.

• Monitor, record, and report on the child's progress, contributing to reviews and target setting.

• Encourage positive relationships with peers and promote inclusion within the classroom and wider school community.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND in a school or educational setting.

• Has a good understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences, or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

• Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills.

• Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

• Is proactive, adaptable, and able to use initiative while working as part of a team.

• Is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We offer: 

• The opportunity to work within an outstanding setting that places children at the heart of everything we do.

• A welcoming, supportive, and experienced team.

• Ongoing professional development and SEND training opportunities.

• A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to a child's educational journey.

• The opportunity for this temporary position to become permanent for the right candidate.