Disability Support Assistant

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support service seeks a Disability Support Assistant in Hailsham. This full-time role offers a meaningful opportunity to help children with complex needs, fostering their independence and learning while providing personalized care. Candidates should have relevant experience and training, as well as empathy and resilience to support students effectively.

Benefits

Supportive consultants

Potential for further development

Impact on a child’s growth and confidence

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or complex needs.
• Understanding of SEN strategies.
• Updated CV and enhanced DBS registered to the update service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care and mobility assistance.
• Support students with medical or physical needs.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to SEN targets.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Communication techniques

Education

Relevant training in manual handling, personal care, or first aid

Tools

Makaton

PECS

Visual aids

Job description

Job Title: Disability Support Assistant – Personalised SEN Care
Location: Hailsham
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with physical disabilities, complex medical needs, or learning difficulties?

GSL Education are seeking a Disability Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Hailsham. This is a fulfilling opportunity for someone with experience in care, SEN, or support work who thrives in a 1:1 or small group setting and can provide tailored, compassionate care to pupils with additional needs.

About the Role:

As a Disability Support Assistant, you’ll offer hands-on, individualised support to pupils with a range of needs including autism, mobility challenges, speech and language delays, and sensory processing disorders. You’ll help them access learning, build independence, and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver personal care and mobility assistance where required

Use communication tools like Makaton, PECS, and visual aids

Support students with medical or physical needs in line with care plans

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils and staff

Promote a calm, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment

Monitor pupil progress and contribute to EHCP and SEN targets

Job Requirements:

Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or complex needs (in schools, care, or community settings)

Understanding of SEN strategies and communication techniques

Ability to work with empathy, patience, and resilience

Relevant training in manual handling, personal care, or first aid is desirable

Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one)

What We Offer:

Daily pay between £90 and £100

Supportive consultants who understand SEN placements

Long-term role with potential for further development

A meaningful opportunity to impact a child’s growth and confidence

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply or find out more, please contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education.
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