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Special Educational Needs Support Specialist

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Job Description:

We are on the lookout for an empathetic and focused SEN Support Specialist to provide individualised assistance and drive pupil achievement.

Job Responsibility:

  • Assist with the planning and delivery of vibrant, tailored lessons that cater to a wide range of pupil abilities
  • Help students engage with curriculum content and build fundamental academic skills
  • Create a nurturing, inclusive learning space that encourages active participation and a genuine interest in education
  • Track and document student progress, providing essential support and constructive feedback along the way

Requirements:

  • Practical, non-teaching experience in a school setting assisting students
  • Highly proficient in both verbal and non-verbal communication
  • Familiarity with the school environment, including experience with personal care requirements
  • A calm, patient approach when supporting students with different learning rates, complex needs, or challenging behaviours
  • A valid Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for a new one immediately
  • Legal right to work within the UK
  • Prepared to start work straight away

Nice to have:

  • ability to track progression in attainment
  • background in youth work
  • behaviour management
  • building relationships
  • classroom management
  • communication
  • de-escalation techniques
  • empathy
  • experience in administering medication
  • experience in managing challenging behaviour
  • experience with autism spectrum disorders
  • experience with learning difficulties
  • experience with social emotional mental health
  • inclusiveness
  • manual handling
  • marking
  • mentor experience
  • personal care experience
  • planning
  • resilience
  • restraint training
  • speech and language therapy experience
What we offer:
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • 'Recommend a Colleague' scheme-earn £300 for every successful referral
  • Access to continuous professional development (CPD) and various training modules
  • The opportunity to work in a welcoming and encouraging school community

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 24, 2026

Expiration:
May 23, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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