Educational Support Worker

Five Education Recruitment; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming special school in Plymouth is seeking a dedicated Educational Support Worker to join their team. The role involves providing tailored support to students with diverse needs, including Autism and ADHD, helping them achieve their educational goals. The position is term-time only and starts in September 2025. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children or young people, and strong interpersonal skills to foster a safe and nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated individual capable of supporting pupils with diverse needs.
• Experience with Autism, ADHD, and other special educational needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised support tailored to pupils' needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff to implement EHCP targets.
• Build trusting relationships and supervise students during activities.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to support students with special needs

Job description

We are looking for a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated Educational Support Worker to join a welcoming and well-resourced special school in Plymouth, supporting pupils across primary and secondary age groups. Our students have a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. You will play a vital role in tailoring their educational experiences and supporting their emotional, social, and physical wellbeing throughout the school day. The role is term-time only and will commence in September 2025.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individualised and small group support tailored to each pupil's needs and learning plan.

Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to implement EHCP targets and adapted curriculum strategies.

Support pupils' communication, emotional regulation, and behaviour using positive, consistent approaches.

Assist with personal care and mobility where required, maintaining dignity and promoting independence.

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them to feel safe, valued, and confident.

Supervise and engage students during learning activities, break times, and transitions throughout the day.

Contribute to assessment and progress monitoring by observing and recording student engagement and achievements.

What We’re Looking For

Experience working with children or young people...