1-1 SEN Assistant

Individual Needs Assistant (INA) – Uckfield

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time | Short-Term
Duration: 3 weeks
Working Pattern: Monday – Friday
Pay Rate: £85 – £105 per day, depending on experience

About the Role

Supply Desk is looking for a calm, confident and adaptable Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to support a Year 4 pupil in a primary school in Uckfield.

The pupil has PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and ADHD, and the role will involve providing consistent 1:1 support to help them manage their emotions, access learning and successfully navigate the school day.

This is a role for someone who is confident managing challenging behaviour and understands the importance of building trust, maintaining clear boundaries and using a calm, consistent approach.

Key Responsibilities

Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil

Support the pupil with their learning, engagement and daily routines

Use calm, consistent and positive behaviour strategies

Help the pupil develop emotional regulation and coping strategies

Adapt your approach according to the pupil's individual needs

Build a trusting and positive professional relationship

Work closely with the class teacher and wider school team

Support the pupil to develop independence and confidence

Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment

Respond appropriately and professionally to challenging situations

The Ideal Candidate

Previous experience supporting children with ADHD, PDA, SEND or SEMH

Confident supporting challenging or complex behaviour

Calm, patient and emotionally resilient

Adaptable and able to think on your feet

Consistent and confident in maintaining boundaries

Able to build strong relationships with children

Positive and nurturing while remaining firm and professional

Experience working on a 1:1 basis would be advantageous

Male candidates are particularly encouraged to apply, as this may be a good fit for the pupil, although this is not an essential requirement.

What We Offer

Immediate start

Full-time, Monday–Friday opportunity

Three-week placement with the potential for further opportunities

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated support from your Supply Desk consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

The opportunity to make a genuine difference to a child's school experience

How to Apply

If you're an experienced INA, TA, LSA or SEN support professional who is calm under pressure and confident supporting complex behaviour, we'd love to hear from you.

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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Short-term

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed