1:1 SEN Support

Protocol Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly PAYE

September start

Opportunities in Bristol schools

Free CPD and specialist training

Dedicated consultant support

Long-term and permanent opportunities

Job summary

Protocol Education is recruiting a caring 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to work with a pupil needing additional help to thrive at school in Bristol. You will help the pupil feel safe, included and ready to learn, while collaborating with teachers and parents.

The role requires passion for SEN, a calm and patient approach, and strong communication. DBS Update Service required or willingness to apply, with full-time hours starting in September.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN.
• A calm, patient and supportive approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with SEN (school-based or otherwise).
• A willingness to learn and adapt.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Language and other SEND.
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities.
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence, and engagement.
• Promoting positive behaviour and creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

Skills

SEN passion

Calm and patient

Strong communication

SEN experience

Willingness to learn

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

1:1 SEN Support

Some children need someone who'll celebrate every step forward, and be the familiar face they can count on every day.

If you're patient, compassionate and love seeing children grow in confidence, this could be the role for you.

We're looking for a caring 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to work closely with a pupil who needs additional support to thrive in school. You'll play a vital role in helping them feel safe, included and ready to learn.

Your responsbilities will include:

• Suporting pupils with additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, Speech and Langauge and other SEND
• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting teachers with classroom activities
• Encouraging pupils' confidence, independence, and engagement
• Promoting positive behaviour and creating an inclusive learning environment
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

We're looking for candiates with:

• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEN
• A calm, patient and supportive approach
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with SEN (school-based or otherwise)
• A willingness to learn and adapt
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Competitive weekly PAYE pay.
• Full-time role with a September start.
• Opportunities in Primary, Secondary, and SEND schools across Bristol.
• Free CPD and specialist training.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions.

Location: Bristol
Role: Bevaviour Support Assistant
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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