1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Posted 04/07/26About the Role
Join a dynamic school seeking a highly dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide crucial assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This rewarding position involves delivering personalised support, meticulously following Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets, and fostering the pupil's access to the curriculum. This vital role offers opportunities on a long-term, daily supply, or permanent basis, starting as soon as possible, allowing you to significantly contribute to a young person's educational journey and promote their independence and essential life skills within a supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated and consistent 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual requirements.
* Effectively implement EHCP targets, meticulously monitoring and reporting on progress.
* Facilitate the pupil's full access to the secondary curriculum across various subjects.
* Actively promote independence and self-advocacy within the school setting.
* Support the development of crucial life skills to enhance the pupil's overall well-being.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure holistic support.
About You
* You possess proven experience working with secondary-aged pupils with complex Special Educational Needs.
* You demonstrate a clear understanding of EHCPs and their practical application.
* You are patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a proactive approach to challenges.
* You exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong rapport with pupils and staff.
* You are adaptable and creative in developing support strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
* You are deeply committed to making a profound difference in a pupil's educational and personal development.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact on a pupil's life while furthering your own professional development within a welcoming secondary school environment. You will receive a competitive daily rate of £85 - £110, reflecting the importance of this role. Join a team dedicated to inclusive education and benefit from a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are highly valued.
Join a dynamic school seeking a highly dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide crucial assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This rewarding position involves delivering personalised support, meticulously following Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets, and fostering the pupil's access to the curriculum. This vital role offers opportunities on a long-term, daily supply, or permanent basis, starting as soon as possible, allowing you to significantly contribute to a young person's educational journey and promote their independence and essential life skills within a supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated and consistent 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual requirements.
* Effectively implement EHCP targets, meticulously monitoring and reporting on progress.
* Facilitate the pupil's full access to the secondary curriculum across various subjects.
* Actively promote independence and self-advocacy within the school setting.
* Support the development of crucial life skills to enhance the pupil's overall well-being.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure holistic support.
About You
* You possess proven experience working with secondary-aged pupils with complex Special Educational Needs.
* You demonstrate a clear understanding of EHCPs and their practical application.
* You are patient, empathetic, and resilient, with a proactive approach to challenges.
* You exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building strong rapport with pupils and staff.
* You are adaptable and creative in developing support strategies to meet diverse learning styles.
* You are deeply committed to making a profound difference in a pupil's educational and personal development.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact on a pupil's life while furthering your own professional development within a welcoming secondary school environment. You will receive a competitive daily rate of £85 - £110, reflecting the importance of this role. Join a team dedicated to inclusive education and benefit from a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are highly valued.
Not quite the right role? We're working with a number of schools and nurseries — feel free to get in touch to discuss other current opportunities.
Dunbar Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and full compliance with safer recruitment procedures. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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