ADHD Support Worker

Term Time Teachers; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Agency is recruiting an ADHD Support Worker for a primary school in Eastbourne. This role focuses on 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD, helping with focus, emotional regulation and engagement throughout the school day.

The ideal candidate will have experience with ADHD/SEN, be patient, calm and resilient, and able to build trusting relationships with children, staff and parents. A long-term opportunity with a supportive team is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ADHD, SEN or behavioural needs.
• Patient, calm and resilient in challenging situations.
• Able to build trusting relationships with children, families and staff.
• Consistent and confident when supporting challenging behaviour.
• Previous school, childcare, youth work or support experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD in a primary school.
• Support focus, concentration and engagement during lessons.
• Help with emotional regulation and social interaction.
• Support positive behaviour and classroom routines.
• Encourage independence and confidence in the pupil.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to plan support.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour management

Patient and calm

SEN experience

Job description

ADHD Support Worker

Eastbourne | Primary School | 1:1 Support | Long-Term Opportunity

Academics Agency are currently recruiting an ADHD Support Worker to provide 1:1 support to a pupil within a primary school in Eastbourne.

This role would suit someone who understands the challenges that children with ADHD and additional needs can experience in the classroom and who can provide calm, consistent and encouraging support.

The Role:

• Providing 1:1 support to a pupil with ADHD
• Supporting focus, concentration and engagement
• Helping with emotional regulation
• Supporting positive behaviour
• Encouraging independence and confidence
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with ADHD, SEN or behavioural needs
• Patient, calm and resilient
• Able to build trusting relationships
• Consistent and confident when supporting challenging behaviour
• Previous school, childcare, youth work or support experience is desirableThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to make a real difference to a child's confidence, wellbeing and experience at school.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy