1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Posted 07/09/26About the Role
An inclusive school in Bedfordshire is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide tailored assistance. This pivotal role involves offering focused support to a secondary pupil with complex needs. You will be instrumental in following EHCP targets, facilitating access to the curriculum, and actively promoting the pupil's independence and crucial life skills. This position offers flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, or permanent arrangements, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver personalised 1:1 support for a secondary pupil with specific educational needs.
* Implement strategies and objectives detailed within the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.
* Support the pupil in accessing and engaging with the secondary school curriculum.
* Foster and encourage the development of independence across various learning contexts.
* Assist in the acquisition and practice of essential life skills tailored to the pupil's needs.
* Collaborate professionally with classroom teachers and wider support staff.
About You
* You will possess prior experience working with young people who have complex Special Educational Needs.
* A naturally patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support is highly valued.
* You can effectively understand and put into practice the aims of an EHCP.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for this role.
* You demonstrate a genuine commitment to enhancing a pupil's educational experience.
* A proactive and flexible attitude towards supporting individual learning journeys is expected.
Why Join
Joining this secondary school offers a truly rewarding opportunity to make a profound and lasting difference to one pupil's educational journey and overall development. You will become part of a welcoming and supportive team, operating within an environment dedicated to student success and well-being. The role offers a competitive daily rate, acknowledging the vital contribution you will make to the school community.
An inclusive school in Bedfordshire is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide tailored assistance. This pivotal role involves offering focused support to a secondary pupil with complex needs. You will be instrumental in following EHCP targets, facilitating access to the curriculum, and actively promoting the pupil's independence and crucial life skills. This position offers flexible contract options, including long-term, daily supply, or permanent arrangements, with an immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver personalised 1:1 support for a secondary pupil with specific educational needs.
* Implement strategies and objectives detailed within the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.
* Support the pupil in accessing and engaging with the secondary school curriculum.
* Foster and encourage the development of independence across various learning contexts.
* Assist in the acquisition and practice of essential life skills tailored to the pupil's needs.
* Collaborate professionally with classroom teachers and wider support staff.
About You
* You will possess prior experience working with young people who have complex Special Educational Needs.
* A naturally patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support is highly valued.
* You can effectively understand and put into practice the aims of an EHCP.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are essential for this role.
* You demonstrate a genuine commitment to enhancing a pupil's educational experience.
* A proactive and flexible attitude towards supporting individual learning journeys is expected.
Why Join
Joining this secondary school offers a truly rewarding opportunity to make a profound and lasting difference to one pupil's educational journey and overall development. You will become part of a welcoming and supportive team, operating within an environment dedicated to student success and well-being. The role offers a competitive daily rate, acknowledging the vital contribution you will make to the school community.
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