Send assistant Work, Jobs in Ipswich, Eng (with Salaries)

SEND Assistant
Sendsory —Ipswich
- £23,970.98 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Communication skills
- School
5d
Personal Assistant (5280)
Suffolk Independent Living —Ipswich
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekends only
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Quick apply
14d
Learning Support Assistant
TCHC Group —Ipswich
- £21,900 - £21,923 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Travel
- Care plans
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Senior Care Assistant
Hallmark Care Homes —Ipswich
- £16.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Female* Personal Assistant (5288)
Suffolk Independent Living —Ipswich
- £14 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- School
- Sick pay
Quick apply
2d
Lifestyle Assistant- 12 Month Contract
Hallmark Care Homes —Ipswich
- £13.89 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
2d
Kitchen Assistant - Bank
Hallmark Care Homes —Ipswich
- £13.45 an hour
- Call to connect
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Care Assistant
Hallmark Care Homes —Ipswich
- £13.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Female* Personal Assistant (5284)
Suffolk Independent Living —Eye
- £14.10 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- School
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
Quick apply
6d
Cognition and Learning Practitioner
Sendsory —Ipswich
- £28,862.58 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Communication skills
5d
KS2 Learning Support Assistant
The Beeches Community Primary School —Ipswich
- £25,185 - £25,989 a year
- Call to connect
- School
- Teaching
6d
SEN Learning Support Assistant
Fresh Start in Education —Bury St. Edmunds
- £25 - £35 an hour
- School
- Employee discount
Quick apply
13d
KS1 Teaching Assistant
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School —Ipswich
- £25,185 a year
- Computer literacy
- English
- School
7d
Teaching Assistant
Teach limited —Ipswich
- £14.25 - £16.82 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- In-person
Quick apply
7d
Senior Care Assistant
Five Stacks Residential Home Ltd —Clacton-on-Sea
- £13.75 - £14.25 an hour
- Weekend availability
- IT
- In-person
- Care plans
- Store discount
- Paid training
Quick apply
6d
Sales Assistant
Swiss Farm Ipswich —Ipswich
- £108.50 - £128.30 a day
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Quick apply
14d
Assistant Headteacher
Stone Lodge Academy —Ipswich
- Part-time
- School
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Customer Assistant - Operations - Ipswich
Marks & Spencer —Ipswich
- £13.41 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
7d
Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant
St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School —Ipswich
- £25,185 a year
- Call to connect
- Computer literacy
- English
- School
7d
Teaching Assistant SEND
Stoke by Nayland C of E Primary School —Colchester
- £24,796 a year
- School

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SEND Assistant

Sendsory -
Ipswich

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Job details

Full-time | Fixed term contract
£23,970.98 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Childcare
QTS
Communication skills

Full job description

Sendsory
Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2
Salary: £23,970.98 per annum, Grade 4 Point 10
Hours: 40 hours per week, 8 am – 4.30 pm, term time only
Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months, required to start 1 September 2026
Reference: 0819

As a SEND Assistant at Sendsory, you will play a key role in supporting the daily delivery of our Therapeutic Curriculum, working under the direction of the Therapeutic Teacher to provide high-quality, child-centred learning experiences for children with complex SEND needs.

You will support the implementation of EHCP outcomes, contribute to AQA Unit Award Scheme evidence and help children develop life skills, communication, emotional regulation and independence through structured routines, therapeutic interaction and consistent relational support.

In this role, you will:

deliver engaging, child-centred 1:1 and small group sessions under the direction of the Therapeutic Teacher, supporting curriculum delivery
implement EHCP outcomes for individual pupils within sessions, ensuring personalised targets are embedded in daily practice
support pupils to achieve AQA Unit Award Scheme outcomes through structured learning activities and recording of progress
promote life skills development, social communication, emotional regulation and independence through daily routines and guided learning experiences
encourage confidence, self-help skills, problem-solving and positive peer interaction to support preparation for everyday life and future learning
provide personal care for children where required, always maintaining dignity, privacy and respect
prepare, set up and reset therapeutic learning environments, ensuring spaces are safe, calm and ready for use
support children during breakfast and lunch routines, promoting independence, communication and positive social interaction
use trauma-informed and restorative approaches to actively de-escalate behaviour in line with Behaviour in Education expectations and training
build consistent, positive and trusting relationships with pupils, modelling emotional regulation, clear boundaries and appropriate behaviour
record and report behaviour incidents, safeguarding concerns and wellbeing observations in line with organisational procedures
support the implementation of therapeutic strategies that promote emotional safety, predictability and relational security
attend safeguarding and behaviour briefings and contribute to reflective team discussions and solution-focused planning
undertake additional duties as directed by the Therapeutic Teacher, including preparing resources, adapting materials, creating visuals, laminating and supporting classroom organisation
support emotional regulation and resilience using an attachment-aware approach, recognising triggers and responding with consistent, supportive strategies that help children feel safe and understood.

You will need:

experience working with children with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD or trauma-related needs
a strong understanding of trauma-informed, attachment-aware and restorative approaches
experience or confidence in supporting learning in 1:1 and small group settings
the ability to build positive, consistent relationships with children with complex needs
confidence in supporting behaviour using calm, de-escalation strategies
a willingness to support personal care needs where required
good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team under direction
an understanding of safeguarding responsibilities (training can be provided)
flexibility, resilience and a proactive approach to supporting daily provision
a commitment to supporting children to develop independence, confidence and emotional regulation
QTS is not required for this role; applications are welcome from experienced support staff and those with relevant lived or professional experience
experience using communication tools such as Makaton, PECS or visual supports is desirable.

About Sendsory

Sendsory is a specialist Alternative Provision supporting children aged 4–11 with SEND. Our Therapeutic Curriculum supports children to regulate emotions, develop communication and social skills and build confidence in a nurturing, structured environment.

We support children who are awaiting school placement, at risk of or who have experienced permanent exclusion, and those disengaging from mainstream education.

What we offer

At Sendsory, you’ll join a supportive, child-focused team, receive six training days per year and benefit from a competitive salary while making a meaningful difference to children with SEND.

How to apply

Please complete your application by visiting our website including a supporting statement outlining how you meet the criteria in the job description.

Applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered.

Due to safer recruitment procedures, we are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date: 12 pm, 10 July 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 20 July 2026

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. Sendsory is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We welcome applications from men as they are currently under-represented in this role.

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