1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Alternative Provision

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a student with SEN, helping access the curriculum and develop confidence. You will collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and parents to monitor progress and promote positive behaviour.

This role suits candidates with SEN experience and a patient, proactive approach, in a secondary setting with potential for primary suitability. Join a supportive school community and contribute to student success.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN, preferably in a secondary school.
• Ability to build trusting relationships and communicate effectively with students.
• Patient, adaptable, and proactive.
• Understanding of strategies to support learning and behaviour.
• Qualifications or experience in SEN support, teaching assistance, or education.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a student with identified SEN needs.
• Assist in implementing personalised learning plans.
• Support students with learning, social, and emotional development.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and parents to monitor progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in lessons.

Skills

SEN experience

Communication with students

Patience & adaptability

Education

SEN support qualification

Job description

Support students. Inspire learning. Make a difference.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to work with students with special educational needs. This is a rewarding role where you will provide personalised support, helping students access the curriculum, build confidence, and thrive both academically and socially.

The provision we are working with are looking for nurturing Teaching Assistants to work with their students. The Provison is for Secondary aged students, however students are often working to lower levels so the position is also suitable for Primary Trained teaching assistants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one support for a student with identified SEN needs.
• Assist in implementing personalised learning plans.
• Support students with learning, social, and emotional development.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and parents to monitor progress.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in lessons.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting students with SEN, preferably in a secondary school.
• Can build trusting relationships and communicate effectively with students.
• Is patient, adaptable, and proactive.
• Has a good understanding of strategies to support learning and behaviour.
• Holds relevant qualifications or experience in SEN support, teaching assistance, or education.

We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a real difference in a student's life