SEN Support Assistant - Nottingham & Surrounding Areas

Empowering Learning; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

SEN/CPD training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Registration support from Empowering ;

Job summary

Empowering Learning is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join a welcoming Nottingham school and surrounding areas. You will provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence.

The role requires patience, resilience, and excellent communication, with safeguarding knowledge and a commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing. Flexible permanent/temporary arrangements available through the agency.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with special educational needs in school or similar setting.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and DBS considerations.
• Ability to follow individual support plans and adapt approaches.

Responsibilities

• Pupil Support: one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and adapt activities as needed.
• Implement strategies in IFSPs/IEPs and monitor progress.
• Promote independence, wellbeing, and positive engagement in learning.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO, and parents; maintain safeguarding.

Skills

SEN experience

Emotional resilience

Communication skills

Follow support plans

Safeguarding knowledge

DBS Update Service

Eligibility to work in UK

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

SEN qualification

Job description

Empowering Learning is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join a welcoming Nottingham school and surrounding areas. You will provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence.

The role requires patience, resilience, and excellent communication, with safeguarding knowledge and a commitment to promoting pupil wellbeing. Flexible permanent/temporary arrangements available through the agency.