1:1 SEND Support Assistant (Primary) – Calm & Nurturing

Buckinghamshire Council; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Manor Farm Infant School in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child with Special Educational Needs. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo to help the child access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

The role requires GCSE, good literacy and numeracy, and a calm, patient, nurturing approach. Experience with primary-aged children and SEND is desirable; safeguarding is essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above or equivalent.
• Experience of working with primary-aged children.
• Experience supporting children with SEND.
• Understanding of inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive, flexible and reflective attitude.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child with SEND.
• Work under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo to help the child access the curriculum and participate in school life.
• Support the child's educational, emotional, social and physical development while promoting independence, confidence and inclusion.
• Help the child become as independent as possible and reduce reliance on adult support.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safeguarding

Teamwork

Education

GCSE 4/C or above

Job description

Manor Farm Infant School in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a named child with Special Educational Needs. You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo to help the child access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

The role requires GCSE, good literacy and numeracy, and a calm, patient, nurturing approach. Experience with primary-aged children and SEND is desirable; safeguarding is essential.