1:1 support staff


Company:	senploy
Salary:	£14 to £15 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	EN11 8SX
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	16 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

Location: Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 3:45pm, Term Time Only

Pay: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference every day? We are recruiting for a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire, supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with severe and complex learning difficulties and multiple needs.

The setting provides a nurturing, engaging and well-equipped environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their independence, communication and confidence. You will be joining a dedicated team that places strong emphasis on building positive relationships with pupils, families and other professionals.

As a SEN Learning Support Assistant, you will provide practical, emotional and educational support to help pupils get the most from their school day.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing dedicated 1:1 and small-group support

- Supporting pupils with personalised learning programmes and activities

- Encouraging communication, interaction and social development

- Helping pupils manage their emotions and develop positive behaviours

- Supporting pupils during weekly swimming sessions

- Creating a calm, safe and inclusive environment where every pupil feels valued

- Working closely with teachers and other members of the support team

- Encouraging independence and celebrating pupils' individual achievements

We are keen to hear from candidates who are caring, patient and resilient, with a genuine desire to support children and young people with SEND.

The ideal candidate will:

- Have a nurturing and compassionate approach

- Be enthusiastic about working with pupils with additional needs

- Ideally have previous experience within an SEN or specialist setting, although this is not essential as training will be provided

- Feel confident supporting pupils with autism, ADHD and communication needs

- Be able to remain calm and positive when faced with challenging situations

- Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills

- Work well as part of a supportive and collaborative team

- Have an enhanced Adult & Child DBS on the Update Service

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your experience within specialist education while working alongside an experienced and supportive team.

You'll benefit from:

- £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience

- Term-time working

- Ongoing training and professional development

- Support from an experienced team

- A welcoming and inclusive working environment

- The opportunity to develop your SEN experience

- A genuine chance to make a positive difference to young people's lives

- Temp-to-perm potential, offering the opportunity to secure a permanent position

Inspire EHC and our partner setting are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide at least two professional references.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Please note: We are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can help children and young people develop their skills, confidence and independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey in specialist education.

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