Autism & SEMH Support Assistant (5-16), Full-Time

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a compassionate SEN Support Worker for a specialist school in Blackburn, Lancashire, catering to pupils aged 5–16 with SEMH, Autism, and communication needs. The role offers full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with a daily rate of £95–£120.

This long-term supply to permanent opportunity requires resilience, empathy, and a trauma-informed approach to help students access learning in a safe, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, Autism (ASC) or SEMH.
• Must hold a valid Enhanced Child Workforce DBS registered on Update Service (or be willing to apply).
• Demonstrated resilience, empathy and patience in challenging environments.
• Strong trauma-informed approach or behaviour management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support during lessons and routines.
• Deliver behavioural and emotional support with de-escalation strategies.
• Assist with communication using visual aids and tailored approaches.
• Support personalised development with teachers and therapists.
• Maintain safeguarding and pupil welfare in line with policies.

Skills

Resilience

Empathy

Trauma-informed

Behaviour management

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a compassionate SEN Support Worker for a specialist school in Blackburn, Lancashire, catering to pupils aged 5–16 with SEMH, Autism, and communication needs. The role offers full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with a daily rate of £95–£120.

This long-term supply to permanent opportunity requires resilience, empathy, and a trauma-informed approach to help students access learning in a safe, supportive environment.