Job description
1:1 Support Assistant
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £95 - £115 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day / Long Term, Full-time / Part-time
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual who is passionate about making a difference in a child's educational journey?
GSL Education Newcastle are seeking enthusiastic 1:1 Support Assistants to work in schools across Sunderland.
The successful 1:1 Support Assistant will provide dedicated support to individual pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. This rewarding role involves working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to deliver tailored support that meets the academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs of the student.
Responsibilities of a 1:1 Support Assistant:
- Provide individualised support to a pupil on a one-to-one basis throughout the school day.
- Assist the student in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in classroom activities.
- Implement strategies and interventions in line with the pupil's individual education plan (IEP) or EHCP where applicable.
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and confidence.
- Support the pupil's social and emotional development.
- Adapt learning materials and activities to suit the student's specific needs.
- Monitor and record progress, providing feedback to teaching staff as required.
Requirements of a 1:1 Support Assistant:
- Previous experience working with children or young people in a school, educational, or care setting is desirable.
- Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is advantageous.
- CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or an equivalent qualification is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting individual learners.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the “1:1 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.