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Specialist Teaching Assistant

Salary

£14.61 per hour, inc benefits

Location

Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

Job type

Temporary

Sector

Education

Job ref

X3-1287886

Job posted

Posted 57 minutes ago

SEN Support Assistant (Diabetes and Behaviour Specialist)

Location Plymouth
Pay £14.61 per hour
Part time Morning hours

Are you an experienced and compassionate Support Assistant looking for a rewarding morning role where you can make a genuine difference?

We are recruiting for a dedicated individual to provide one to one support for a pupil in Plymouth with medical and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident, proactive and experienced in working with complex needs.

Key Requirements

  • Medical training with experience in diabetes management
  • Strong experience supporting pupils with challenging or complex behaviour
  • Physically fit and able to respond quickly to ensure pupil safety
  • Calm, patient and resilient, with a positive and consistent approach
  • Previous SEN experience is highly desirable
  • DBS on the update service is advantageous

Role Responsibilities

  • Provide consistent one to one support during morning sessions
  • Monitor and manage medical needs, including diabetes care
  • Support emotional regulation and behaviour strategies
  • Ensure the pupil’s safety at all times, including responding to attempts to leave supervised areas
  • Work collaboratively with school staff and follow individual care and behaviour plans

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate of £14.61
  • Consistent morning hours to support work life balance
  • A supportive school environment
  • The opportunity to develop your experience in a specialist role
  • A rewarding position where you can make a real difference every day

To apply for this SEN Support Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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