1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Posted 08/07/26About the Role
A respected school in the South East is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide tailored assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This vital role involves implementing Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets, facilitating access to a broad curriculum, and fostering the pupil's independence and crucial life skills. You will play a pivotal part in their educational journey, making a tangible difference to their daily school experience and long-term development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a secondary pupil with complex special educational needs.
* Implement and monitor individualised targets outlined in the pupil's EHCP.
* Facilitate the pupil's engagement with the curriculum across various subjects.
* Promote the development of essential independence and vital life skills.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
* Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment, championing the pupil's progress and well-being.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting pupils with special educational needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* A comprehensive understanding of various complex needs and effective support strategies is essential.
* You are adept at working with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes.
* Your approach is characterised by patience, empathy, and exceptional communication skills.
* You demonstrate a genuine passion for fostering independence and supporting pupil development.
* You are a proactive, adaptable, and resilient individual committed to making a positive impact.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a supportive school environment where your dedicated efforts will profoundly shape a pupil's educational journey. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate, working within a highly collaborative team committed to outstanding SEN provision. With immediate start options available, and potential for long-term or permanent engagement, this role offers significant professional development and the chance to contribute to a truly inclusive community.
A respected school in the South East is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide tailored assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This vital role involves implementing Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets, facilitating access to a broad curriculum, and fostering the pupil's independence and crucial life skills. You will play a pivotal part in their educational journey, making a tangible difference to their daily school experience and long-term development.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a secondary pupil with complex special educational needs.
* Implement and monitor individualised targets outlined in the pupil's EHCP.
* Facilitate the pupil's engagement with the curriculum across various subjects.
* Promote the development of essential independence and vital life skills.
* Collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic support.
* Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment, championing the pupil's progress and well-being.
About You
* You possess proven experience supporting pupils with special educational needs, ideally within a secondary setting.
* A comprehensive understanding of various complex needs and effective support strategies is essential.
* You are adept at working with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and individual learning programmes.
* Your approach is characterised by patience, empathy, and exceptional communication skills.
* You demonstrate a genuine passion for fostering independence and supporting pupil development.
* You are a proactive, adaptable, and resilient individual committed to making a positive impact.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a supportive school environment where your dedicated efforts will profoundly shape a pupil's educational journey. You will benefit from a competitive daily rate, working within a highly collaborative team committed to outstanding SEN provision. With immediate start options available, and potential for long-term or permanent engagement, this role offers significant professional development and the chance to contribute to a truly inclusive community.
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