1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Danesfield

Contract: Part-time

Salary:  MPS / UPS

Start Date: September 2026

Application Closing Date: 20^th August 2026

About the Role

Are you a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity? We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school, where you will provide dedicated support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs and play a key role in their academic, social, emotional, and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs, helping them access the curriculum and engage positively in learning.
• Support the pupil through personalised strategies, adapted resources, and targeted interventions.
• Develop a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil, promoting confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Support the pupil with communication, social interaction, sensory needs, and emotional regulation where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and help the pupil develop their independence and life skills.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, parents, and wider school team to support the pupil's progress and wellbeing.
• Monitor and record the pupil's progress, providing feedback to teachers and other relevant professionals.
• Adapt support to meet the pupil's individual needs and respond positively to changing circumstances.
• Create a calm, safe, and inclusive learning environment that encourages engagement and participation.
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• A good understanding of SEN, with experience supporting needs such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, or other additional needs.
• Experience providing one-to-one support in an educational, care, or similar setting is desirable.
• A patient, compassionate, and nurturing approach to supporting pupils.
• The ability to build positive relationships and provide consistent emotional and educational support.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A calm, flexible, and adaptable approach to supporting individual pupil needs.
• A genuine commitment to supporting pupils' academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Apply?

• Full-time opportunity within a welcoming and inclusive school.
• A rewarding role supporting pupils’ educational experience.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.

How to Apply

For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on 01494 840 527, or apply below.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.