Job description
Job Title: 1:1 SEN Support Assistant
Location: East Grinstead
Salary: £90 – £100 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediately
About the School
This school in East Grinstead is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where all pupils can thrive. With a strong focus on SEN provision, the school offers personalised support to children with additional needs, ensuring every pupil’s wellbeing, social development, and academic progress are prioritised. Staff work closely with parents, colleagues, and external professionals to maintain a collaborative approach to learning and care.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to work with a pupil requiring individualised support. You will help them access the curriculum, manage behaviour, and develop independence, confidence, and social skills. Your role will directly contribute to the pupil’s personal and academic development, ensuring they receive tailored guidance throughout the school day.
Responsibilities
* Provide individualised support to a pupil with SEN, adapting learning activities as needed.
* Support the pupil in accessing classroom lessons and activities.
* Assist with behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
* Promote social interaction, confidence, and independence.
* Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and other staff to plan and implement interventions.
* Provide personal care support when required.
* Maintain accurate records of progress and communicate updates to staff and parents.
Qualifications
* Experience supporting pupils with SEN or additional learning needs.
* Understanding of behaviour management, differentiation, and inclusive classroom strategies.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to remain patient, supportive, and consistent in challenging situations.
* A relevant qualification (, Teaching Assistant, SEN support, or safeguarding training) is desirable.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To Apply
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, provide a full CV with references, and hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be prepared to apply for one). For more information or to register your interest in the ‘1:1 SEN Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.