1-1 SEND Teaching Assistant
Job description
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SEND 1:1 Support - York
Academics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to provide 1:1 SEND support for children based in York. We're looking for someone who is empathetic, adaptable, patient, and enthusiastic - with a genuine passion for helping young learners thrive through personalised education.
We work closely with local authorities and schools to ensure children across York receive the tailored 1:1 support they need. From short-term placements to long-term roles, there are a variety of opportunities to support children with a wide range of special educational needs.
What we're looking for:
* Experience supporting children with varied SEND needs
* A good understanding of core subjects such as English, Maths, and/or Science
* Up-to-date Safeguarding training
* The ability to deliver creative and flexible learning approaches tailored to each individual child
What we offer:
* Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
* A personalised work plan built around your skills and professional goals
* Competitive daily rates starting from £100
* Free safeguarding training included with registration at Academics
If you're ready to make a real difference and would like to begin a new role supporting SEND learners, we'd love to hear from you!
Send your CV today or get in touch with us for more details.
Key skills
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Application advice
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⭐ Highlight your SEND experience prominently as this is the core requirement for 1:1 support roles
📊 Quantify your impact: 'Supported 8 SEND pupils, improving reading levels by 2 years in 6 months'
🎯 Emphasise your core subject knowledge in English, Maths, and Science as specifically mentioned
🤝 Showcase your safeguarding training certification as it's explicitly required
🌐 Demonstrate your flexible approach with examples of adapting teaching methods for individual needs
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- •Delivered 1:1 SEND support to 12 pupils with autism and ADHD, improving their English comprehension scores by 40% over 8 months
- •Implemented flexible learning approaches for 6 children with dyslexia, achieving 95% engagement rates in Maths sessions
- •Collaborated with 4 local authority teams to develop personalised education plans, supporting 15 SEND pupils across 3 schools
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Dear Hiring Manager,
Academics' commitment to providing tailored 1:1 SEND support across York aligns perfectly with my passion for helping children with special educational needs thrive. My experience in SEND support and knowledge of core subjects like English and Maths makes me well-suited for this role.
My background in supporting children with varied SEND needs has equipped me with the empathy, patience, and adaptability required to deliver personalised education approaches that meet each child's unique requirements.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you adapt core subject teaching for children with different SEND needs?
- ›What safeguarding procedures would you follow if concerned about a child's welfare?
- ›How do you assess and track progress for SEND pupils in 1:1 settings?
- ›What strategies do you use to engage reluctant learners with special needs?
- ›How do you collaborate with teachers and parents to support SEND pupils?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time you had to adapt your approach for a child with complex needs
- ›Describe a situation where you showed patience with a challenging pupil
- ›Give an example of how you've built rapport with a SEND child
- ›Tell me about a time you had to be flexible in your teaching approach
- ›Describe how you've worked as part of a team to support a child's development
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time you had to adapt your approach for a child with complex needs
Describe a situation where you showed patience with a challenging pupil