SEN Support Assistant - Nottingham & Surrounding Areas
Reference: SEN Support
Location: Nottingham and surrounding areas
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Supply
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (£100-£120 per day)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Permanent / Fixed-Term / Day-to-Day Supply
About Empowering Learning
Empowering Learning is an education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented, passionate education professionals with rewarding opportunities across Nottingham and the surrounding areas. We work closely with a wide network of schools, from mainstream primary and secondary settings to specialist SEN provisions, to match candidates with roles that suit their skills, experience, and career goals. Our consultants offer honest, personalised support throughout the entire process - from application to placement and beyond.
The Role
We are working on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive school in Nottingham and the surrounding areas to find a dedicated, patient SEN Support Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs to thrive both academically and personally.
You'll join a supportive staff team within a school that values collaborative working, ongoing training, and a nurturing environment for both pupils and staff. The role would suit someone who is calm, resilient, and committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Pupil Support
Provide tailored one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities
Support pupils to access the curriculum, adapting activities and resources as needed
Implement strategies set out in EHCPs, IEPs, and individual support plans
Encourage independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learningBehaviour & Wellbeing
Support pupils with emotional regulation, sensory needs, and behaviour management using de-escalation and positive behaviour strategies
Promote a calm, safe, and consistent environment for pupils to learn and develop
Build trusting, positive relationships with pupils to support their wellbeingAssessment & Progress
Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating updates to teachers and the SENCO
Assist with reviewing and contributing to individual support plans and targets
Provide feedback to support planning and intervention strategiesCollaboration & Communication
Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and other support staff to ensure consistent support for each pupil
Communicate professionally and sensitively with parents/carers where appropriate
Liaise with external agencies and specialists (e.g., speech and language therapists, educational psychologists) as required
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and CPD opportunities relevant to SEN supportSafeguarding
Uphold the school's safeguarding policies at all times, promoting the welfare and wellbeing of every pupil
Report any safeguarding concerns promptly through the correct channels
Requirements
Essential
Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs (in a school, care, or similar setting)
A patient, calm, and nurturing approach with strong emotional resilience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow individual support plans and adapt approaches to meet pupil needs
Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding procedures
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
Eligibility to work in the UKDesirable
Relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, SEN, or Health and Social Care)
Experience with specific needs such as autism, ADHD, SEMH, or physical disabilities
Training in Team Teach, Makaton, or other behaviour/communication strategies
Experience supporting pupils in a specialist SEN provision or resource base
What We Offer
Competitive, market-leading pay rates
Access to a wide range of SEN and support roles across Nottingham and the surrounding areas, including short-term, long-term, and permanent placements
Ongoing CPD and training opportunities, including SEN-specific training
Supportive, friendly school environments matched to your preferences and strengths
A dedicated, experienced consultant offering personalised support throughout your job search and placement
Flexible working options, including full-time, part-time, and supply arrangements
Fast, straightforward registration process
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement outlining your suitability for the role. For an informal, confidential discussion about this opportunity - or to find out about other SEN and support roles across Nottingham and the surrounding areas - please contact:
Dominic Brookes
Empowering Learning
Email: (url removed)
Mobile: (phone number removed)
Empowering Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references. Empowering Learning is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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