SEN 121 Support Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and committed SEN 1:1 Support Assistant to provide tailored support to a pupil with special educational needs. This rewarding role is ideal for someone who is patient, proactive, and passionate about helping children reach their full potential. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a SEN 121 Support Assistant:

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

• Implement strategies outlined in the EHCP and support learning across the curriculum

• Promote independence, confidence, and emotional well-being

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals

• Support with behaviour management, communication, and access to learning

• Maintain accurate records of progress and share feedback with staff and parents

Ideal SEN 121 Support Assistant:

• Experience supporting children with SEN, particularly in a 1:1 capacity

• A calm, empathetic, and flexible approach

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills as a SEN 121 Support Assistant.

• Understanding of a range of needs such as autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or SEMH

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) – desirable but not essential

• Knowledge of safeguarding and a commitment to promoting the welfare of children

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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