SEND Support Assistant

Envision Education; St Albans; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education in St Albans is seeking a dedicated SEND Support Assistant to join our SEND school on a full-time basis. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm, in a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are supported to reach their full potential through personalised, engaging, and multi-sensory learning.

The successful candidate will provide 1:1 or small group support, assist with learning and development, and work closely with teachers, therapists, and other staff to

Qualifications

• Has previous experience working with children or young people within a UK educational setting.
• Has experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, or Care Assistant (desirable).
• Holds an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or is happy to apply for one.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, caring, proactive, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and/or small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, social, and emotional development.
• Assist pupils during therapy sessions and follow individual education and support plans.
• Help prepare engaging learning resources and classroom activities.
• Promote pupils' independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to meet each pupil's individual needs.
• Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Skills

Experience with children

DBS Update Service

Communication skills

Patience

Team player

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

SEND Support Assistant

Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm | St Albans

Are you looking for a rewarding role as a SEND Support Assistant?
Do you live in or around St Albans?

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and want to make a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive SEND school in St Albans as a SEND Support Assistant. This full-time role offers the chance to work in a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential through personalised, engaging, and multi-sensory learning.

The Role

As a SEND Support Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and/or small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Support pupils with their learning, communication, social, and emotional development.
• Assist pupils during therapy sessions and follow individual education and support plans.
• Help prepare engaging learning resources and classroom activities.
• Promote pupils' independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to meet each pupil's individual needs.
• Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Requirements

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with children or young people within a UK educational setting.
• Has experience as a SEND Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, or Care Assistant (desirable but not essential).
• Holds an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or is happy to apply for one.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, caring, proactive, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative team.

Pay: Competitive and dependent on qualifications, experience, and skills.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Envision Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where appropriate.

We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Applicants must be UK residents or hold a valid visa permitting them to work in the UK.

You must have or be willing to apply for a child only DBS check, ideally on update service