SEN 1:1 Support Staff
CV-LibraryLiverpool, MerseysidetemporaryPosted: 4 August 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic SEN 1:1 Support Assistant to join our outstanding setting on a temporary basis. This rewarding role involves providing individualised support to a primary school-aged child with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning, develop independence, and thrive both academically and socially.
This is initially a temporary position, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates commitment, professionalism, and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Key responsibilities:
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Support the child to access learning activities, promoting engagement, confidence, and independence.
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Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to implement tailored strategies that meet the child's individual needs.
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Adapt resources and learning activities to enable the child to participate fully in the curriculum.
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Support the child's social, emotional, communication, and behavioural development using positive and consistent approaches.
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Monitor, record, and report on the child's progress, contributing to reviews and target setting.
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Encourage positive relationships with peers and promote inclusion within the classroom and wider school community.
We are looking for someone who:
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Has experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND in a school or educational setting.
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Has a good understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences, or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
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Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
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Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
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Is proactive, adaptable, and able to use initiative while working as part of a team.
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Is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We offer:
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The opportunity to work within an outstanding setting that places children at the heart of everything we do.
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A welcoming, supportive, and experienced team.
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Ongoing professional development and SEND training opportunities.
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A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to a child's educational journey.
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The opportunity for this temporary position to become permanent for the right candidate
This is initially a temporary position, with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates commitment, professionalism, and a passion for supporting children with additional needs.
Key responsibilities:
*
Support the child to access learning activities, promoting engagement, confidence, and independence.
*
Work collaboratively with teachers, the SENCO, and other professionals to implement tailored strategies that meet the child's individual needs.
*
Adapt resources and learning activities to enable the child to participate fully in the curriculum.
*
Support the child's social, emotional, communication, and behavioural development using positive and consistent approaches.
*
Monitor, record, and report on the child's progress, contributing to reviews and target setting.
*
Encourage positive relationships with peers and promote inclusion within the classroom and wider school community.
We are looking for someone who:
*
Has experience supporting primary-aged children with SEND in a school or educational setting.
*
Has a good understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences, or social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.
*
Demonstrates patience, empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills.
*
Can build positive, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
*
Is proactive, adaptable, and able to use initiative while working as part of a team.
*
Is committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
We offer:
*
The opportunity to work within an outstanding setting that places children at the heart of everything we do.
*
A welcoming, supportive, and experienced team.
*
Ongoing professional development and SEND training opportunities.
*
A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to a child's educational journey.
*
The opportunity for this temporary position to become permanent for the right candidate