Children's Support Worker

Vision for Education Ltd; Pennington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is recruiting three Support Workers for a SEN school just outside Lymington. The role is full-time and permanent, starting ASAP, with an hourly rate of £14.24–£14.50 depending on qualifications and experience. You will support pupils aged 4–11 with SEMH, ASC, ADHD and related needs.

Joining Vision for Education means safeguarding responsibilities are taken seriously, and DBS checks will be completed. A driving licence is desirable, and refer-a-friend bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning or Early Years Education
• Desirable: Health & Social Care related qualification
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills required

Responsibilities

• Support pupils aged 4–11 with SEMH and associated needs inside and outside the classroom
• Promote emotional wellbeing, positive behaviour and confidence
• Assist teaching staff and external professionals in delivering tailored support
• Help pupils engage with learning and develop essential life skills
• Build strong relationships with children needing additional support

Education

Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Level 2/3 Early Years Educator

Health & Social Care

Job description

Support Worker

Lymington
£14.24 - £14.50 per hour (salary is dependent on qualifications/experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Permanent Position

Refer a friend scheme - £125 for both of you!

Vision for Education are recruiting for 3x Support Workers on a full-time basis for a specialist SEN school just outside Lymington, starting ASAP.

About the Role

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? Do you have the patience, resilience, and empathy to help young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential? If so, we would love to hear from you.

As a Support Worker, you will provide tailored support to pupils aged 4-11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many pupils may also have associated needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, anxiety disorders, and communication difficulties.

You will work closely with teaching staff and external professionals to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Your role will focus on promoting emotional wellbeing, encouraging positive behaviour, building confidence, and helping pupils engage with their learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

Every day is different, and you will play a key role in helping pupils develop essential life skills, build positive relationships, and experience success both academically and socially.

We are looking for individuals who are positive, caring, and able to build strong relationships with children who require additional support to access education.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Support Worker, you will:

• Desirable: Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, Level 2/3 Early Years Educator, Health & Social Care, or equivalent qualification.
• Desirable: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ideally have experience working with children or young people with SEND, SEMH, ASC, ADHD, or behavioural needs.
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be able to support pupils through periods of emotional dysregulation and challenging behaviour.
• Be confident using de-escalation techniques and promoting positive outcomes.
• Be resilient, patient, empathetic, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Be passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of vulnerable young people.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education Offer

As a Support Worker employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house Payroll team using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach, safeguarding, child protection updates, and online webinars.
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicate