1:1 SEN Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to provide individualized support for students with special educational needs in Scunthorpe. Responsibilities include assisting with learning activities and personal care, ensuring students' well-being and engagement in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have experience with MLD or PMLD and be comfortable with assistive technologies. Competitive pay and professional development support are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily pay rates

Ongoing professional development

Support from experienced consultants

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Comfortable with personal care tasks.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a designated pupil.
• Assist with classroom activities and structured learning tasks.
• Implement strategies from Individual Education Plans.

Skills

Experience with MLD or PMLD

Strong interpersonal skills

Patience and resilience

Education

Relevant qualification in SEN or care work

Tools

Assistive technologies or communication aids

Job description

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Are you a patient and empathetic individual with a passion for supporting students with special educational needs?

GSL Education are currently recruiting a committed and compassionate 1:1 SEN Support Assistant to work closely with students who require tailored support within a nurturing and structured school environment. This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to improving academic and personal development for children with diverse needs.

Responsibilities as 1:1 SEN Support Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 support to a designated pupil with MLD or PMLD, ensuring their learning, safety, and wellbeing are prioritised.
• Assist with classroom activities, sensory integration, and structured learning tasks.
• Support with personal care, feeding, and mobility as required.
• Implement strategies from Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and collaborate with the wider SEN team.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful, and calm environment that supports positive engagement.

Requirements for 1:1 SEN Support Assistant:

• Have experience supporting children with SEN, particularly MLD or PMLD.
• Be comfortable with personal care tasks and the use of assistive technologies or communication aids.
• Display resilience, patience, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Hold a relevant qualification or have experience in SEN, care work, or learning support.
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
• Provide a full, up-to-date CV with explanations for any employment gaps over the last 10 years.

Why work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily pay rates based on your experience and qualifications.
• Supportive consultants who understand the challenges of early career teaching.
• Ongoing professional development and induction support.
• Opportunities to secure long-term roles and grow your career.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection. 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.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff to schools across the UK.

To apply for this1:1 SEN Support Assistant role, please click “apply now” and submit your CV. One of our consultants will be in touch shortly.