1-1 SEN Assistant

Supply Desk Ltd; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Full-time role

3-week placement

Competitive pay

Consultant support

CPD & training

Make a difference

Job summary

Supply Desk Ltd is seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to support a Year 4 pupil in a Uckfield school. The role requires providing calm, 1:1 support for a pupil with PDA and ADHD to help manage emotions and access learning throughout the school day.

The successful candidate will handle challenging behaviour with a calm, consistent approach, build trusted relationships, and work in partnership with the class teacher to promote inclusion and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with ADHD, PDA, SEND or SEMH.
• Confident managing challenging behaviour.
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient.
• Adaptable and able to think on your feet.
• Consistent and confident in maintaining boundaries.
• Experience working 1:1 would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil.
• Support learning, engagement and daily routines.
• Use calm, consistent and positive behaviour strategies.
• Help the pupil develop emotional regulation and coping strategies.
• Adapt approach to the pupil's individual needs.
• Build a trusting professional relationship with the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team.
• Support pupil to develop independence and confidence.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Respond appropriately to challenging situations.

Skills

1:1 support

ADHD experience

PDA experience

SEND/SEMH experience

Behaviour management

Calm and patient

Job description

Individual Needs Assistant (INA) Uckfield

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time Short-Term
Duration: 3 weeks
Working Pattern: Monday Friday
Pay Rate: £85 £105 per day, depending on experience

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Short-term

About the Role

Supply Desk is looking for a calm, confident and adaptable Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to support a Year 4 pupil in a Uckfield.

The pupil has PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and ADHD, and the role will involve providing consistent 1:1 support to help them manage their emotions, access learning and successfully navigate the school day.

This is a role for someone who is confident managing challenging behaviour and understands the importance of building trust, maintaining clear boundaries and using a calm, consistent approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil
• Support the pupil with their learning, engagement and daily routines
• Use calm, consistent and positive behaviour strategies
• Help the pupil develop emotional regulation and coping strategies
• Adapt your approach according to the pupil's individual needs
• Build a trusting and positive professional relationship
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team
• Support the pupil to develop independence and confidence
• Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment
• Respond appropriately and professionally to challenging situations

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with ADHD, PDA, SEND or SEMH
• Confident supporting challenging or complex behaviour
• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient
• Adaptable and able to think on your feet
• Consistent and confident in maintaining boundaries
• Able to build strong relationships with children
• Positive and nurturing while remaining firm and professional
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis would be advantageous

Male candidates are particularly encouraged to apply, as this may be a good fit for the pupil, although this is not an essential requirement.

What We Offer

• Immediate start
• Full-time, Monday Friday opportunity
• Three-week placement with the potential for further opportunities
• Competitive daily pay
• Dedicated support from your Supply Desk consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's school experience

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.