1:1 Support Assistant, RIBBONS AND REEVES

Guardian Jobs; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 16,202 - 27,044; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD & training

Mentoring and guidance

Structured induction

Job summary

Guardian Jobs in Enfield is seeking a dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant for a primary school starting September 2026. You will provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs, helping create a safe, inclusive learning environment in close collaboration with the SENDCO and class teacher.

The role is term-time only with a long-term contract; opportunities for extension or teacher training pathways exist for high performers. A 2:1 or 1st Class degree and UK work rights are required.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate holds a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university.
• Previous experience supporting children with additional needs in a UK school is highly valued.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a named pupil with additional needs throughout the school day.
• Implement strategies from the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan under SENDCO guidance.
• Support pupil access to the curriculum, engagement with peers, and participation in school life.

Skills

1:1 Support

SEN awareness

Communication skills

Education

2:1 or 1st Class degree

Job description

1:1 Support Assistant – Enfield – September 2026

This inclusive, nurturing primary school in the London Borough of Enfield is rated Good by Ofsted and is widely recognised for its strong SEN provision, warm community ethos, and genuine commitment to ensuring every pupil – regardless of their additional needs – feels safe, supported, and ready to learn.

Every 1:1 Support Assistant who joins becomes an essential and deeply valued member of a close-knit, compassionate team.

What the School Offers

• Specialist CPD and training tailored to 1:1 support, SEN strategies, and individual pupil needs
• A well-established SENDCO team with clear guidance and strong support structures for every 1:1 Support Assistant
• A structured induction with ongoing mentoring from experienced SEN and primary practitioners
• A warm, collaborative staff culture where every contribution to pupil wellbeing is genuinely celebrated
• Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways for high-performing staff

What the Role Involves

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a named pupil with additional needs throughout the full school day
• Implementing strategies outlined in the pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan under SENDCO guidance
• Supporting the pupil to access the curriculum, engage with peers, and participate positively in school life
• Maintaining accurate records of the pupil's progress and wellbeing and feeding back to the class teacher and SENDCO
• Building a consistent, trusted, and nurturing relationship with the pupil and their family throughout the year

What the School is Looking For

The ideal 1:1 Support Assistant will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university. Previous experience supporting children with additional needs in a UK school or educational setting is highly valued. The school is seeking a patient, warm, and dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to making a meaningful difference to one child's educational experience.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary and Contract Info

• £444 per week, pro rata to term time only
• Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027
• Term-time only
• Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways following a successful placement

If you are a compassionate and dedicated graduate ready to make a profound difference to one child's primary school journey, this 1:1 Support Assistant role in Enfield is one of the most personally rewarding opportunities in education.