SEND Support & Career Growth Assistant — Immediate Start

Senploy; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Senploy in Plymouth is seeking a SEND Career Development Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs in a specialist setting. You will work alongside teachers and SEN professionals to provide targeted academic, social and emotional support throughout the school day.

This role offers valuable SEND experience and is a stepping stone to careers in teaching, SEN support, pastoral care or psychology, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requires Enhanced DBS (Update Service) or willingness to obtain one.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Patient, resilient and genuinely interested in SEND development.
• Experience in care, youth work, mentoring or similar roles is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Help pupils access lessons and activities.
• Support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
• Build positive and consistent relationships with pupils.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and independence.
• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Help develop communication and social skills.
• Follow individual learning and support strategies.
• Work alongside teachers and specialist professionals.
• Support pupils during lessons, breaks and wider school activities.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Emotional regulation

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Senploy in Plymouth is seeking a SEND Career Development Assistant to support pupils with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs in a specialist setting. You will work alongside teachers and SEN professionals to provide targeted academic, social and emotional support throughout the school day.

This role offers valuable SEND experience and is a stepping stone to careers in teaching, SEN support, pastoral care or psychology, with ongoing training and professional development opportunities.