Job title: 1:1 Support Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Secondary
Functional Expertise: Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Job published: 20-07-2026
Job ID: 122625

Job Description

1:1 Support Assistant – Brentwood – September 2026

Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Long-Term Contract (Sept 2026 – July 2027)

 

About the School

This warm, inclusive primary school in Brentwood is rated Good by Ofsted and is widely recognised for its strong SEN provision, nurturing ethos and unwavering commitment to ensuring every child feels safe, supported and ready to learn. Every 1:1 Support Assistant who joins becomes a valued member of a close-knit, compassionate team that genuinely celebrates the difference you make.

 

1:1 Support Assistant – What the School Offers

  • Specialist CPD tailored to 1:1 support, SEN strategies and individual pupil needs

  • A well-established SENDCO team offering clear guidance and strong support structures

  • A structured induction with ongoing mentoring from experienced SEN and primary practitioners

  • A warm, collaborative staff culture where contributions to pupil wellbeing are genuinely celebrated

  • Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways for high-performing staff

 

1:1 Support Assistant – What the Role Involves

  • Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a named pupil with additional needs throughout the school day

  • Implementing strategies outlined in the pupil’s EHCP under SENDCO guidance

  • Supporting the pupil to access the curriculum, engage with peers and participate positively in school life

  • Maintaining accurate records of progress and wellbeing and feeding back to the class teacher and SENDCO

  • Building a consistent, trusted and nurturing relationship with the pupil and their family

 

1:1 Support Assistant – What the School is Looking For

The ideal 1:1 Support Assistant will hold a 2:1 or 1st Class degree from a top 30 UK university. Previous experience supporting children with additional needs in a UK school or educational setting is highly valued.

They are seeking a patient, warm and dedicated 1:1 Support Assistant with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to making a meaningful difference to one child’s educational journey.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as the school is unable to offer visa sponsorship.

 

Salary & Contract Info

  • £100-£110 per day

  • Full-time, long-term contract from September 2026 to July 2027

  • Term-time only

  • Potential for extended contracts or teacher training pathways following a successful placement

 

If you are a compassionate and dedicated graduate ready to make a profound difference to one child’s primary school experience, this 1:1 Support Assistant role in Brentwood is one of the most personally rewarding opportunities in education.

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