SEN 121 Support Assistant

Posted 14 March 2025
Salary £77 - £100 per day
LocationWaltham Cross
Job type Teacher
Discipline Special Needs
ReferenceMP196687CT3100-A456768

Job description

Schools in Herts are looking for a caring and dedicated SEN 1:1 Support Assistant to provide personalised support to a pupil with special educational needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey within a supportive and inclusive school environment. This begins ASAP.

Duties as a SEN 121 Support Assistant:

 

  • Provide tailored support to an individual pupil, ensuring their learning and emotional needs are met
  • Assist the pupil in accessing the curriculum and adapting learning activities where necessary
  • Use strategies to support communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation
  • Encourage independence while offering reassurance and guidance
  • Work closely with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals to implement individual learning plans
  • Support the pupil’s participation in school activities and social interactions
  • Promote a safe and inclusive learning environment

Ideal SEN 121 Support Assistant:

 

  • Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly in a 1:1 capacity
  • A patient, empathetic, and positive approach
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • The ability to use a range of strategies to support learning and behaviour management as a SEN 121 Support Assistant.
  • A relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant certificate, is desirable but not essential

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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