SEN Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a compassionate SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalized support to a pupil with Special Educational Needs. This role is highly rewarding, allowing you to make a significant impact on a child's educational journey. You will work closely with teachers to adapt activities and support emotional regulation, fostering a trusting relationship that encourages confidence and independence. If you have a nurturing nature and a commitment to child-centered practice, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive school environment where your contributions will help a child thrive academically and socially.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEND in a 1:1 setting is essential.
• Relevant qualifications are desirable for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with specific SEN needs.
• Monitor and report on the pupil’s progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Empathy

Initiative

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

CACHE qualification

Job description

This school is seeking a patient, compassionate, and committed SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide personalised, one-to-one support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to play a key role in a child’s educational journey—helping them thrive academically, emotionally, and socially within a supportive school setting. Beginning May 2025.

Duties as a SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with specific SEN needs (e.g. autism, ADHD, speech & language delay, SEMH)
• Work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to deliver tailored support based on the pupil's EHCP
• Adapt classroom activities to meet the child’s individual learning needs
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
• Build a trusting relationship that fosters confidence, independence and progress
• Monitor and report on the pupil’s progress and wellbeing

Ideal SEN 1:1 Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally in a 1:1 setting
• A nurturing, patient, and empathetic nature
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to follow structured plans but also show initiative
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent) are desirable
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and child-centred practice