1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Posted 30/10/26About the Role
Join an innovative school seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide crucial assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This rewarding role involves implementing individualised EHCP targets, facilitating curriculum access, and actively promoting the development of independence and essential life skills. We are looking for an individual available for an ASAP start, with opportunities for long-term, daily supply, or permanent contracts, offering an attractive daily rate of £85-£110.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one support to a secondary pupil with specific educational needs.
* Successfully implement and monitor objectives outlined within the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.
* Facilitate the pupil’s engagement with the curriculum across various subjects and activities.
* Actively encourage and foster the development of crucial independence and life skills.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure a cohesive support strategy.
* Contribute to the assessment of pupil progress, providing valuable feedback for reviews.
About You
* Demonstrable experience supporting young people with complex Special Educational Needs.
* A comprehensive understanding of EHCPs and their practical application in an educational setting.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships.
* Possess a patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting diverse learning styles.
* Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as a valued member of a supportive team.
* Proactive and adaptable, consistently seeking positive outcomes for the pupil.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound and lasting difference in a young person's educational journey. You will become part of a welcoming and forward-thinking school community committed to inclusive education and continuous professional development. Embrace the chance to significantly impact a pupil's learning and personal growth within a supportive environment in beautiful Buckinghamshire.
Join an innovative school seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide crucial assistance to a secondary pupil with complex needs. This rewarding role involves implementing individualised EHCP targets, facilitating curriculum access, and actively promoting the development of independence and essential life skills. We are looking for an individual available for an ASAP start, with opportunities for long-term, daily supply, or permanent contracts, offering an attractive daily rate of £85-£110.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide tailored one-to-one support to a secondary pupil with specific educational needs.
* Successfully implement and monitor objectives outlined within the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan.
* Facilitate the pupil’s engagement with the curriculum across various subjects and activities.
* Actively encourage and foster the development of crucial independence and life skills.
* Collaborate closely with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure a cohesive support strategy.
* Contribute to the assessment of pupil progress, providing valuable feedback for reviews.
About You
* Demonstrable experience supporting young people with complex Special Educational Needs.
* A comprehensive understanding of EHCPs and their practical application in an educational setting.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships.
* Possess a patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to supporting diverse learning styles.
* Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as a valued member of a supportive team.
* Proactive and adaptable, consistently seeking positive outcomes for the pupil.
Why Join
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a profound and lasting difference in a young person's educational journey. You will become part of a welcoming and forward-thinking school community committed to inclusive education and continuous professional development. Embrace the chance to significantly impact a pupil's learning and personal growth within a supportive environment in beautiful Buckinghamshire.
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