Student Support Assistant

Pink Tile Education Ltd; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant

Education recruitment team support

Immediate start

Mon–Fri, 8:30–15:30

Job summary

Pink Tile Education Ltd. is seeking a dedicated Student Support Assistant in Bexley to provide 1:1 and small-group support to students, including those with SEND and ASD. You will work closely with teachers to help learners access the curriculum and participate confidently in the school day.

The role emphasizes supportive, non-judgemental engagement, pastoral care, and the development of communication and social skills, with a focus on inclusive education and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND/ASD/SEMH beneficial.
• Ability to provide 1:1 and pastoral support.
• Comfortable supporting students throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with ASD and additional learning needs.
• Help students engage with lessons and classroom activities.
• Provide practical and emotional support throughout the school day.
• Work alongside teachers to help students access the curriculum.
• Support students with organisation, concentration and maintaining focus.
• Provide pastoral support and act as a trusted adult.

Skills

Reliable punctual

Patient

Calm under pressure

Strong communicator

Team player

Empathetic

Organised

Respectful

Job description

Student Support Assistant

Location: Bexley

Job Type: Full-time, Term-time only

Days: Monday to Friday

Hours: 8:30am — 3:30pm

Pay: £100 — £120 per day

Start Date: Immediate

About the Role

Pink Tile Education are looking for a Student Support Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive school in Bexley.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and who can provide consistent, patient and encouraging support throughout the school day.

You will work closely with students who have SEND and ASD , providing a combination of 1:1 support, classroom assistance and pastoral care. Your role will be to help students feel confident, included and able to engage with their learning and the wider school community.

We are looking for someone who takes a calm, respectful and non-judgemental approach and understands that every student has individual strengths, challenges and support needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with ASD and additional learning needs.

• Help students engage with lessons and classroom activities.

• Provide practical and emotional support throughout the school day.

• Work alongside teachers to help students access the curriculum.

• Support students with organisation, concentration and maintaining focus.

• Provide pastoral support and act as a trusted and approachable adult.

• Help students manage emotions, social situations and changes to their routine.

• Support students during transitions between lessons and activities.

• Encourage independence, confidence and positive relationships.

• Help students develop their communication and social skills.

• Adapt your support according to individual student needs.

• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with school life.

• Build positive and professional relationships with students and staff.

• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

About You

The ideal Student Support Assistant will be:

• Reliable, punctual and consistent.

• Patient, caring and approachable.

• Non-judgemental and respectful of individual differences.

• Calm and confident when supporting students who may become anxious or overwhelmed.

• Resilient and able to manage challenging situations positively.

• Comfortable providing 1:1 support.

• A strong communicator and team player.

• Able to build trusting relationships with young people.

• Passionate about supporting students’ education, wellbeing and personal development.

• Enthusiastic about developing a career within education and SEND support.

Previous experience working with SEND, ASD, SEMH, education, children, young people, pastoral support, behaviour support or care would be beneficial.

Experience in roles such as Student Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Youth Worker, Support Worker or SEN Teaching Assistant would be relevant.

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?

At Pink Tile Education, we specialise in education recruitment and understand the unique challenges and rewards of supporting students within SEND and SEMH settings.

Our approach is simple: "Best Fit, Every Time."

We take the time to understand our candidates and schools to help ensure the right match.

What We Offer

• £100–£120 per day

• Monday to Friday

• 8:30am–3:30pm

• Full-time, term-time only

• Immediate start

• Dedicated consultant throughout your placement

• Support from an experienced education recruitment team

• Opportunities to develop your SEND, SEMH and behaviour support experience

• Access to further education opportunities through Pink Tile Education

Pay & Holiday Pay

The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.

Safeguarding

Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, professional references and all other relevant safer recruitment checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Successful applicants will be required to complete the necessary background checks, including obtaining a DBS certificate if they do not already hold a valid certificate registered on the DBS Update Service.

Important Notice

In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.