SEND Support Assistant
Location: Bradford, BD7
Setting: Alternative Provision (AP) Unit
Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
Pay Rate: £95-£110 per day
DBS Requirement: Enhanced DBS required
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, patient and dedicated SEND Support Assistant to work within an Alternative Provision (AP) Unit in Bradford, BD7. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
You will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive and structured learning environment, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive behaviours and reach their full potential.
The successful candidate must be comfortable providing personal care when required and be confident supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviours or require additional emotional and behavioural support.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
- Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour management and social development.
- Help maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.
- Assist teachers and other staff with classroom activities and individual learning plans.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, encouraging engagement and independence.
- Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using appropriate de‑escalation strategies.
- Assist with personal care duties where required, always maintaining pupils' dignity, privacy and respect.
- Follow safeguarding procedures, school policies and individual pupil support plans.
- Encourage positive interactions, confidence and participation in learning activities.
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH or additional behavioural needs is desirable.
- A patient, resilient and empathetic approach to supporting vulnerable pupils.
- Confidence in managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.
- Must be comfortable supporting pupils with personal care needs.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- An Enhanced DBS certificate is required, or willingness to obtain one, subject to the employer's recruitment requirements.
- The ability to work full-time in a temporary position.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily pay of £95-£110.
- A full-time, temporary opportunity in an AP setting.
- The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.
- Valuable experience supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
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