1:1 Support SEND Assistant; complex needs

Aspire People; Stockport; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspiring to support a Year 7 pupil with complex needs, Aspire People seeks a patient Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support in a Stockport secondary SEND setting. The role focuses on Autism and Dyslexia and requires calm, resilient, and adaptable individuals.

You will work full-time, term-time only (08:30–15:30), with a strong emphasis on consistent reinforcement of learning and close collaboration with teachers and specialists to promote the pupil's academic and emotional

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners with additional needs is desirable.
• Experience with Autism and Dyslexia is helpful.
• Ability to work in a specialist SEND provision.
• Term-time only and full-time hours as listed in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 7 pupil within a specialist provision.
• Support a pupil with Autism and Dyslexia, working below age-related expectations.
• Act as a scribe, repeat instructions and reinforce learning.
• Promote emotional regulation and ensure the pupil feels safe and engaged at school.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and specialists to deliver tailored support.

Skills

Patience

Calm demeanor

Resilience

1:1 support

Communication with parents

Adaptability

Job description

1:1 Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs (Year 7)

Stockport

£450 - £550 per week

Full-time (08:30 - 15:30) | Monday to Friday | Term-time only

Are you a patient, calm, and resilient individual with a passion for supporting young people with additional needs on a 1:1 basis?

We are recruiting for a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a Year 7 pupil with complex needs within a well-resourced and welcoming secondary SEND school in Stockport. The school offers excellent specialist provision and a highly experienced, supportive team.

The Role:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 7 pupil within a specialist provision
• Supporting a pupil with Autism and Dyslexia, working below age-related expectations
• Acting as a scribe, repeating instructions and reinforcing learning consistently
• Supporting the pupil to retain information through structured repetition and guidance
• Promoting emotional regulation, ensuring the pupil feels safe, happy, and engaged in school
• Working closely with teaching staff and specialists to deliver tailored support

Communication & Support:

• Building a strong, trusting relationship with the pupil
• Providing regular updates to parents/carers on progress and wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with school staff to ensure a consistent approach

About You:

• Patient, calm, and nurturing, with the ability to be firm when needed
• Resilient and consistent in your approach to supporting learning and behaviour
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with parents/carers
• Passionate about helping vulnerable pupils access education and reach their full potential
• Able to adapt your approach to meet individual needs

Ideal backgrounds include:

• SEND support in an education or private setting
• Autism support with young people or adults
• Residential care / children's homes
• Youth work, mentoring, or coaching

What's on offer:

• £450-£550 per week (depending on experience)
• Full-time, term-time only role (08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday)
• Position until the end of the academic year, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate
• Supportive school environment with excellent resources for their pupil to support their inclusion
• Opportunity to make a real, lasting impact on a young person's life

This is a highly rewarding role where you will play a key part in supporting a pupil to succeed both academically and emotionally.