At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1:1 support for a child with additional needs and plan engaging activities.
- Company: Twickenham Primary Academy, a supportive and passionate team environment.
- Benefits: Up to £14 per hour, paid training, and 24/7 wellbeing support.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for holiday club work and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while enjoying family-friendly hours.
- Qualifications: Experience in SEND, patience, empathy, and creativity are essential.
The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.
Location: 2-4 The Green, Twickenham, TW2 6QF
Hours: Monday – Friday 15:30-18:00
Pay: Up to £14
Contract: Casual Contract
What you’ll do day‑to‑day:
- Provide tailored 1:1 support for a child with additional needs, helping them access and enjoy the club safely and confidently.
- Plan and deliver engaging sensory and play‑based activities suited to the child’s individual needs and interests.
- Be a calm, consistent, and reliable presence, building trust and supporting transitions.
- Collaborate with your team to ensure inclusion, safety, and structured fun.
- Support the child with emotional regulation and behaviour using a positive, proactive approach.
- Work closely with families and the school to maintain clear communication and consistency.
- Follow all safeguarding, SEND, and Health & Safety procedures, keeping documentation (e.g. incident forms) up to date.
- Be flexible, caring, and responsive to the child’s evolving needs throughout each session.
What’s in it for you:
- A rewarding, hands‑on role where you’ll make a direct difference in a child’s day.
- Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through Health Assured.
- Opportunities to work in our holiday clubs during school breaks.
- Paid training and regular professional development.
- No weekend working.
- Family‑friendly hours.
- Be part of a supportive, fun, and passionate team.
Qualifications:
It means you’re more than a playworker — you’re a role model, a guide, and a safe space for a child who needs that little bit of extra support. You’ll bring patience, empathy, and creativity every day to help one child truly shine. This is a complex and deeply rewarding role, ideal for someone with real SEND experience who’s ready to make a difference. If you’re passionate about inclusion, confident managing challenging behaviours, and thrive in a child‑led environment, this is the perfect role for you.
Safeguarding: Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education is required, and the role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You must provide two references – one from your most recent employer and another from a childcare setting (if applicable). An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out as part of the hiring process.
SEND 1:1 Buddy Support - Twickenham Primary Academy employer: Junior Adventures Group UK
At Twickenham Primary Academy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the impact of every team member. Our supportive and inclusive work culture fosters professional growth through paid training and development opportunities, while our family-friendly hours ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join us in making a meaningful difference in children's lives, all within a vibrant community setting.
Contact Details:
Junior Adventures Group UK Recruitment Team
