Company: REED
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £13.87 - £15.00 per hour, Inc benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, mornings - Term time onlyStart Date: TBCPay: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Plymouth to recruit a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to work one-to-one with a pupil with Global Developmental Delay. This is a mornings-only role, supporting a child with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and an intimate care plan.
About the Role:
You will be providing tailored support to help the pupil access learning and daily routines. The role will include:
- Supporting communication and interaction needs
- Assisting with personal care in line with the pupil’s intimate care plan
- Implementing EHCP targets in collaboration with the class teacher and SENCO
- Creating a nurturing and safe environment to promote independence and confidence
- Using visual aids, sensory strategies and structured routines to support engagement
Requirements:
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally with pupils who have global developmental delay or similar learning needs
- Confidence and sensitivity in supporting intimate care needs, in line with the pupil’s care plan
- Understanding of EHCPs and how to implement targeted support strategies within a school setting
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs and external professionals
- Patience, empathy and a nurturing approach, essential for building trust and promoting pupil wellbeing
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is highly desirableAlternatively, candidates must be willing to apply for a new DBS through Reed Education (cost: £49.50)
- This role is not open to candidates seeking overseas sponsorship
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.