Graduate 1:1 SEN Intervention Assistant

Academics; Slough; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Job summary

Academics in Slough is seeking a Graduate 1:1 SEN Intervention Assistant to support a pupil with additional learning needs. The role offers a competitive daily pay and the chance to gain practical classroom experience alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals.

Responsibilities include delivering tailored 1:1 and small group interventions, adapting activities to individual abilities, and monitoring progress.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, Health & Social Care, or related subject.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions to support pupils with additional needs.
• Adapt learning activities to suit individual abilities, helping pupils access the curriculum with confidence.
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development through positive and consistent support.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families to ensure a collaborative approach to support.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Education

Degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, Health & Social Care, or related subject

Job description

Graduate 1:1 SEN Intervention Assistant

Location: Slough
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: 92.59 - 95 per day

Are you a graduate looking to gain practical experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Are you considering a career in educational psychology, teaching, speech and language therapy, counselling, or child development?

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Slough is seeking a Graduate 1:1 SEN Intervention Assistant to join their team this September. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience while supporting a pupil or small group of pupils with additional learning, social, emotional, or behavioural needs.

Working alongside experienced teachers and SEN professionals, you'll play a key role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop confidence, and make meaningful progress throughout the school day.

As a Graduate 1:1 SEN Intervention Assistant, you will:

• Deliver tailored 1:1 and small group interventions to support pupils with a range of additional needs


• Adapt learning activities to suit individual abilities, helping pupils access the curriculum with confidence


• Encourage pupils' social, emotional, and academic development through positive and consistent support


• Monitor progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO


• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families to ensure a collaborative approach to support


• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment where every child can succeed

This role is ideal for graduates who:

• Have completed a degree in Psychology, Education, Criminology, Sociology, Health & Social Care, or a related subject


• Are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs


• Are patient, resilient, and eager to develop practical skills in a school setting


• Are considering a future career in education, educational psychology, therapy, or another child-focused profession

Previous experience working with children is beneficial but not essential. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine enthusiasm for supporting pupils are what matter most.

What the school offers:

• A supportive and experienced staff team committed to professional development


• Valuable hands‑on experience working alongside teachers and SEN specialists


• Excellent preparation for postgraduate study or careers in education, psychology, or therapeutic professions


• Competitive daily rate of 90- 95 per day

Location: Slough
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30am - 4:00pm)
Start Date: September

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.