Job description
Role Name: 1:1 Personal Care & SEN Support Assistant
Location: Brighton
Salary: £88.92 - £95 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Part-Time
Start Date: Immediately
We are seeking a dedicated 1:1 Personal Care & SEN Support Assistant in Brighton to provide tailored support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring they can access learning and thrive within the school environment.
About the School
The school prides itself on inclusive education and strong SEN provision. Staff work closely together to support pupils with a wide range of needs, ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and able to reach their full potential. Pupil well-being, engagement, and personalised support are central to the school’s approach.
About the Role
This role focuses on providing personalised 1:1 support to children with SEN, including assistance with learning, behaviour management, and personal care. You will work closely with teachers and SEN staff to implement individualised plans and interventions that help pupils make meaningful progress.
Responsibilities
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Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional learning needs
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Assist with personal care, ensuring dignity and safety
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Support pupils in accessing learning activities and class participation
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Help manage behaviour and promote positive social interactions
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Deliver targeted interventions as outlined by SEN staff
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Monitor and report on pupil progress to teaching staff
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Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff
Qualifications & Skills
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Experience supporting pupils with SEN in a school setting
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Knowledge of 1:1 support strategies and personalised learning approaches
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Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Patience, empathy, and adaptability to meet individual pupil needs
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a direct, positive impact on a child’s learning, confidence, and overall school experience. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
To apply
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and provide a current CV with references. An enhanced DBS certificate is required.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘1:1 Personal Care & SEN Support Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.