1:1 SEN/SEMH Support Worker — Empower Young Minds

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking passionate 1:1 SEN/SEMH Support Workers to work in Skelmersdale and surrounding SEN and SEMH schools. This role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with a range of needs to help them engage with learning and develop confidence.

We offer both full-time and part-time positions with ongoing consultant support. All applicants must meet safeguarding requirements and undergo DBS checks; training and guidance are provided to help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN/SEMH needs is desirable.
• Backgrounds in support work, care, youth work, sports coaching, mentoring, or similar roles are welcomed.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A patient, resilient and proactive approach.
• Ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils within the classroom and around the school environment.
• Supporting students with SEN, SEMH, ASD, ADHD and other additional needs.
• Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours in a calm and professional manner.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement, and emotional regulation.
• Building positive relationships and acting as a consistent role model.
• Working closely with teaching staff and pastoral teams to support student progress.

Skills

SEN/SEMH support

Strong communication

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking passionate 1:1 SEN/SEMH Support Workers to work in Skelmersdale and surrounding SEN and SEMH schools. This role involves providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with a range of needs to help them engage with learning and develop confidence.

We offer both full-time and part-time positions with ongoing consultant support. All applicants must meet safeguarding requirements and undergo DBS checks; training and guidance are provided to help you succeed.