Home-Based SENDIASS Support Worker for Families

Polaris Community; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider in the UK seeks a part-time SENDIASS Support Worker to provide essential support for children and young people with special educational needs. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a qualification in SEND law or commitment to acquire it. Working from home, the successful candidate will assist families through various SEND processes, advocating for clear outcomes and fostering self-advocacy. Benefits include flexible working hours and a strong commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Benefits

30 days’ Annual Leave increasing to 35 days

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Track record or personal experience in special educational needs, disabilities, education, health or social care.
• Professional approach and outcome-focused capability.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own car.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual support to children and young people with SEND.
• Help customers manage expectations of support.
• Refer to relevant SEND legislation and policy during support.
• Identify barriers faced by customers and advocate for solutions.
• Coach customers to self-advocate effectively.
• Work at least 1 advice shift per week answering helpline queries.
• Accurately record advice given and maintain case records.
• Develop professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Contribute to SENDIASS website and social media content.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience in leadership

Ability to manage complex conversations

Confident with Microsoft packages

Education

Qualification in SEND law or willingness to pursue training

Job description

A leading children's services provider in the UK seeks a part-time SENDIASS Support Worker to provide essential support for children and young people with special educational needs. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with a qualification in SEND law or commitment to acquire it. Working from home, the successful candidate will assist families through various SEND processes, advocating for clear outcomes and fostering self-advocacy. Benefits include flexible working hours and a strong commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals.