1:1 SEN Support Assistant — Primary School

The Graduate Network Birmingham; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

The Graduate Network Birmingham is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a primary pupil with complex educational needs in Smethwick. You will adapt activities, support communication, and help the child participate in everyday school life alongside peers.

The role offers experience with specialist interventions, inclusive education and child development, and requires a DBS check, relevant qualifications, and a patient, adaptable approach to learning.

Qualifications

• Degree requirements: 2:2 or above in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Child Development or a closely related discipline.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Enhanced DBS with appropriate children's barred list check is required before starting.
• SEN understanding for complex learning needs and effective support strategies.
• Personal qualities: patience, adaptability and strong communication with a commitment to pupil wellbeing.
• Experience in SEN, childcare, mentoring or specialist support is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 assistance, helping a pupil with complex needs access lessons and participate in everyday school activities.
• Adapt literacy and numeracy tasks using visual resources, practical materials and manageable learning steps.
• Support communication development through agreed specialist strategies, visual prompts and individualized interaction.
• Help the pupil manage sensory needs, classroom transitions and emotional regulation through structured routines.
• Encourage social engagement, independence and participation in activities alongside classmates.
• Work with the class teacher, SENCO and specialist staff to follow individual support plans and monitor progress.

Skills

SEN Understanding

Patience

Communication skills

Education

Degree – 2:2 or above in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Child Development or related

GCSE English and Maths grade 4/C or above

Job description

The Graduate Network Birmingham is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a primary pupil with complex educational needs in Smethwick. You will adapt activities, support communication, and help the child participate in everyday school life alongside peers.

The role offers experience with specialist interventions, inclusive education and child development, and requires a DBS check, relevant qualifications, and a patient, adaptable approach to learning.