Job description
Job Title: 1:1 SEN Assistant
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £ - £95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately
About the School
This Eastbourne school provides a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students are supported to achieve their potential. The school has strong SEN provision, with staff committed to supporting pupils with additional needs and promoting well-being, confidence, and social development.
About the Role
As a 1:1 SEN Assistant, you will provide tailored support to an individual student, ensuring their needs are met throughout the school day. You will work closely with teachers and support staff to enable the student to access the curriculum, develop independence, and engage fully in learning.
Responsibilities
* Provide one-to-one support for a student with SEN, ensuring learning objectives are met.
* Assist with personal care and daily routines where required.
* Support social, emotional, and behavioural development, promoting positive relationships and inclusion.
* Collaborate with teachers and staff to adapt learning materials and strategies to meet the pupil’s needs.
* Observe, record, and feedback on student progress to inform planning and interventions.
Qualifications
* Experience supporting children with SEN or additional needs in an educational setting.
* Knowledge of child development, behaviour management, and inclusive practice.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, responding flexibly to pupil needs.
This role offers the chance to make a real difference to a student’s educational journey, providing personalised support that helps them thrive academically and socially.
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, an up-to-date CV with references, and an Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply through GSL Education.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘1:1 SEN Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, or contact Jade Cantlie-King at .