1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Slough
Contract: Full-time
Salary: MPS / UPS
Start Date: October 2026
Application Closing Date: 5th October 2026
About the Role
Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a committed SEN Teaching Assistant to provide tailored support to a pupil with additional needs, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop their confidence, independence, and social skills within a welcoming and supportive school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with special educational needs, both within and outside the classroom where required.
- Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to understand and implement individual learning plans, EHCP targets, and support strategies.
- Adapt learning activities and resources to meet the pupil's individual needs, abilities, and learning style.
- Provide encouragement and reassurance to help develop the pupil's confidence, independence, communication, and social skills.
- Support pupils who may experience difficulties with concentration, communication, emotional regulation, behaviour, or social interaction.
- Use positive behaviour management strategies to promote engagement and create a calm and supportive learning environment.
- Monitor the pupil's progress and provide regular feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
- Build a positive and trusting relationship with the pupil while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
- Follow all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, behaviour, health and safety, and child protection requirements.
Requirements
- A patient, compassionate, and understanding approach to supporting pupils with additional needs.
- Good understanding of SEN and the different barriers that can affect learning and development.
- The ability to build positive relationships and establish trust with pupils.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a wider team.
- The ability to remain calm, consistent, and positive when supporting pupils with challenging behaviour or emotional needs.
- A proactive approach to encouraging learning, independence, confidence, and personal development.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
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.
