Child Support Worker (SEND)

Axcis Education Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support agency in Bristol is seeking staff to assist children with special educational needs. The role focuses on providing tailored support and building positive relationships with pupils, emphasizing independence and life skills. Ideal candidates should possess patience and a caring nature, and experience with SEND is preferred. Join a dedicated team where you'll positively impact children's confidence and learning.

Benefits

Ongoing training in specialist SEND strategies

Opportunity to make a real difference

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, especially those with SEND.
• Ability to adapt approach to meet different needs.
• Caring and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Support learning in class, in small groups or 1:1.
• Help children understand tasks through visuals and hands-on approaches.
• Build strong relationships with the children.

Skills

Experience with children with SEND

Patience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children with special educational needs? If so, this role could be perfect for you. We’re working with a fantastic specialist setting for children between KS2-KS4 who all have Education, Health and Care Plans. The pupils here have a range of needs, with many experiencing complex learning difficulties and speech, language and communication needs. Classes are small, with plenty of adult support, which means you’ll have the time and space to really get to know each child. The school’s ethos is all about inspiring, nurturing and helping pupils to thrive. Every child is treated as an individual, and the focus is on building confidence, independence, and life skills alongside academic progress.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work alongside teachers and teaching assistants to support learning in class, in small groups or 1:1.
• Adapt tasks, use visuals and hands-on approaches to help children understand and stay engaged.
• Support communication and interaction, often working closely with speech and language therapists.
• Help pupils develop independence and life skills, celebrating progress in and out of the classroom.
• Offer calm, patient support when pupils are struggling with emotions or behaviour.
• Build strong, positive relationships with the children – you’ll often be that trusted adult they look to for reassurance.

About You

• Have experience of working with children (especially those with SEND), or you’re keen to learn and develop.
• Are patient, resilient and able to adapt your approach to meet different needs.
• Enjoy working as part of a team but can also take initiative.
• Have strong communication skills and a caring, nurturing approach.
• Believe in celebrating every achievement, no matter how small.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll get to see first-hand the difference your support makes to children’s confidence and independence. You’ll be part of a welcoming, dedicated team who really care about their pupils. You’ll gain valuable experience and ongoing training in specialist SEND strategies. Most importantly, you’ll go home each day knowing you’ve helped children feel seen, supported and able to thrive.

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If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laura Dowson on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2014.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don’t forget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact your local Axcis office.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Laura Dowson

Telephone: [phone] l Ext: 2014