1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Beaconsfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to ££?

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Supply Desk in Beaconsfield is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to provide personalised support to a student with SEN, helping them access lessons and build confidence.

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO, adapting activities and resources to meet needs, while maintaining safeguarding and promoting inclusive learning. This is a full-time role starting October 2026 with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student with SEN in accessing learning.
• Collaborate with class teacher, SENCO, and support team to meet needs.
• Adapt activities and resources to suit individual learning requirements.
• Support literacy, numeracy and communication as needed.
• Encourage confidence, independence and positive attitudes toward learning.
• Maintain records and raise concerns to staff when necessary.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are followed at all times.

Skills

1:1 SEN support

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Job description

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Beaconsfield

Contract: Full-time

Salary: MPS / UPS

Start Date: October 2026

Application Closing date: 5th October 2026

About the Role

Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking an enthusiastic and supportive 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school, where you'll provide personalised support to help a student overcome barriers to learning, develop their confidence, and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a student with special educational needs, helping them to access learning and participate positively in school life.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and wider support team to understand and meet the student's individual needs.
• Support the student in accessing the curriculum by adapting activities, resources, and approaches where appropriate.
• Provide support with literacy, numeracy, communication, and other areas of learning according to the student's individual needs.
• Encourage the development of the student's confidence, independence, social skills, and positive attitude towards learning.
• Support students with a range of additional needs, which may include autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social
• Maintain accurate recordsand communicate anyconcerns regarding thestudent's learning, behaviour, or wellbeing tothe appropriate memberof staff.
• Ensure safeguarding policiesand proceduresare followed atall times.

Requirements

• Previousexperience working withchildren or youngpeople with SENis highly desirable.
• Experienceproviding 1:1support within aschool, college, childcare, or similar settingis desirable.
• A genuine passionfor supporting childrenand young peoplewith special educationalneeds.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamworkskills.
• The ability tobuildpositive, trusting, andprofessional relationshipswith students.
• A patient, caring, empathetic, and understandingapproach to supportingstudents with additionalneeds.
• The ability toadapt yourapproach and provideindividualised supportbased on thestudent's needs.
• An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Dedicated education consultants who understand your career goals.
• Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.

Supply Deskis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.