1:1 SEN Support Assistant — Primary School Impact

The Graduate Network; Smethwick; Sur place; GBP 17 000 - 19 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Graduate Network in Smethwick is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with complex educational needs. You will adapt classroom activities and support the child to access lessons, building confidence and independence.

You will use visual resources and step-by-step tasks to develop literacy and numeracy, support communication through specialist strategies, and help with transitions, sensory needs and emotional regulation.

Qualifications

• Degree – 2:2 or above in Psychology, Educational Psychology, Child Development or closely related discipline.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Enhanced DBS clearance before starting.
• SEN understanding and communication strategies.
• Patience, adaptability and strong communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Provide 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 specialist strategies, visual prompts and individualised 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.

Connaissances

SEN understanding

Communication skills

Patience

Adaptability

Formation

Degree in Psychology / Educational Psychology / Child Development

GCSE English & Maths (4/C or above)

Description du poste

The Graduate Network in Smethwick is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with complex educational needs. You will adapt classroom activities and support the child to access lessons, building confidence and independence.

You will use visual resources and step-by-step tasks to develop literacy and numeracy, support communication through specialist strategies, and help with transitions, sensory needs and emotional regulation.