1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £95 to £115 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SE13 6JZ |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 9 Nov 2026 |
Summary
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Complex Needs)
Location: Secondary School Setting
Pay: £95-£115 per day
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a secondary-aged pupil with complex needs in a supportive and structured school environment.
This role involves providing consistent, tailored support to help the pupil access learning, regulate emotions and develop independence. You will work closely with teaching staff and the SEN team to deliver personalised strategies that meet the pupil's individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex learning and behavioural needs
Provide 1:1 support for a pupil with complex learning and behavioural needs
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Support access to lessons through adapted and differentiated activities
Support access to lessons through adapted and differentiated activities
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Use structured routines, visuals and clear communication strategies
Use structured routines, visuals and clear communication strategies
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Support emotional regulation and behaviour management
Support emotional regulation and behaviour management
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Promote independence, confidence and engagement
Promote independence, confidence and engagement
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Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and support staff
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Support personal care where required
Support personal care where required
Requirements:
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Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs (school or care background)
Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs (school or care background)
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Calm, patient and resilient approach
Calm, patient and resilient approach
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Understanding of behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
Understanding of behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
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Confident working on a 1:1 basis
Confident working on a 1:1 basis
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Willingness to support personal care
Willingness to support personal care
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
Strong teamwork and communication skills
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person's education and development within a supportive secondary school.
Apply today to be considered for this 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role