SEND Support Assistant - Immediate start

Envision Education; St Albans; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Education in St Albans is seeking a SEND Support Assistant to join a welcoming school. The role involves providing 1:1 and small group support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities, helping them engage in personalised learning.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to support learning, communication, social and emotional development, and you may assist during therapy sessions. A Child DBS (Update Service) is preferred or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a UK educational setting.
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willing to apply.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring, proactive and passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and/or small group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils' 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 staff to meet individual needs.
• Help create a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEND/UK education experience

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Patience & empathy

Education

Experience in UK education setting

Job description

SEND Support Assistant - 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