1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Posted 16/09/26About the Role
Within a thriving school environment, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary pupil facing complex needs, which may include autism spectrum disorder, profound and multiple learning difficulties, or sensory impairment. This crucial position demands a professional who can expertly build rapport and implement tailored Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets with precision and care. You will play a pivotal role in fostering the pupil's development by liaising closely with therapists and other key stakeholders. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional looking for long-term, daily supply, or permanent engagement, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide consistent and empathetic 1:1 support to a pupil with significant special educational needs.
* Implement tailored educational health and care plan (EHCP) targets effectively and creatively.
* Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment tailored to individual needs.
* Collaborate closely with therapists and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
* Monitor and record the pupil's progress, adapting strategies as necessary to meet evolving challenges.
* Encourage independence and self-help skills, celebrating every achievement along the way.
About You
* Possess proven experience working with pupils who have complex special educational needs.
* Demonstrate a deep understanding of autism spectrum disorder, profound and multiple learning difficulties, or sensory impairments.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, resilience, and a genuinely compassionate approach.
* Display outstanding communication skills to engage effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
* Show a proactive and adaptable mindset, ready to respond to diverse learning requirements.
* Hold a strong commitment to facilitating a pupil's academic, social, and emotional growth.
Why Join
Joining this thriving school means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to making a profound difference every day. You will gain invaluable experience and contribute significantly to a pupil's development within a highly supportive setting. This challenging yet rewarding role offers a competitive daily rate of £85 - £110, reflecting your expertise and commitment to transforming lives.
Within a thriving school environment, you will provide dedicated 1:1 support to a primary pupil facing complex needs, which may include autism spectrum disorder, profound and multiple learning difficulties, or sensory impairment. This crucial position demands a professional who can expertly build rapport and implement tailored Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets with precision and care. You will play a pivotal role in fostering the pupil's development by liaising closely with therapists and other key stakeholders. This is an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated professional looking for long-term, daily supply, or permanent engagement, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide consistent and empathetic 1:1 support to a pupil with significant special educational needs.
* Implement tailored educational health and care plan (EHCP) targets effectively and creatively.
* Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment tailored to individual needs.
* Collaborate closely with therapists and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
* Monitor and record the pupil's progress, adapting strategies as necessary to meet evolving challenges.
* Encourage independence and self-help skills, celebrating every achievement along the way.
About You
* Possess proven experience working with pupils who have complex special educational needs.
* Demonstrate a deep understanding of autism spectrum disorder, profound and multiple learning difficulties, or sensory impairments.
* Exhibit exceptional patience, resilience, and a genuinely compassionate approach.
* Display outstanding communication skills to engage effectively with pupils, staff, and parents.
* Show a proactive and adaptable mindset, ready to respond to diverse learning requirements.
* Hold a strong commitment to facilitating a pupil's academic, social, and emotional growth.
Why Join
Joining this thriving school means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to making a profound difference every day. You will gain invaluable experience and contribute significantly to a pupil's development within a highly supportive setting. This challenging yet rewarding role offers a competitive daily rate of £85 - £110, reflecting your expertise and commitment to transforming lives.
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