Education Support Worker - Empower Independence (PT)

Sense; Bedford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days' holiday + bank holiday

Free DBS Check

Leadership and management development

100+ training opportunities

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Sense College Bedford is recruiting an Education Support Worker to help young people with complex disabilities develop independence and confidence as they move towards adulthood. This part-time, fixed-term position offers 22.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a salary of £14 per hour and daily hours 9:00am to 4:30pm.

The contract is for one year initially, with potential for a second year depending on student numbers.

Qualifications

• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Experience with person-centred planning and supporting individuals to achieve goals.
• Experience maintaining accurate, up-to-date records.
• Experience providing personal care and supporting learners with personal care needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while taking initiative.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with learners and colleagues.
• Commitment to inclusive, person-centred education and support.
• Desirable: experience with sensory impairments, autism or learning disabilities; knowledge of BSL/Makaton; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support learners to participate in meaningful educational activities and develop life skills.
• Assist learners to achieve outcomes in EHCPs with learner-centred planning.
• Maintain accurate records and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure high-quality support.
• Support learners with personal care and health and wellbeing needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment and encourage learner independence.

Skills

Person-centred planning

Record keeping

Personal care

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible approach

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Sense College Bedford is recruiting an Education Support Worker to help young people with complex disabilities develop independence and confidence as they move towards adulthood. This part-time, fixed-term position offers 22.5 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, with a salary of £14 per hour and daily hours 9:00am to 4:30pm.

The contract is for one year initially, with potential for a second year depending on student numbers.