Home-Based SENDIASS Support Worker (Part-Time)

Polaris Community; Remote; GBP 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children's services organization seeks a SENDIASS Support Worker in Chilworth. This part-time role involves providing individual support to children and young people with special educational needs. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, personal experience in SEND, and a commitment to advocacy. You'll engage with families, guide them through SEND processes, and help empower them to self-advocate. This role offers a chance to make a positive impact and requires a minimum qualification in SEND law.

Benefits

30 days' Annual Leave

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Track record or personal experience in SEND, education, health or social care.
• Professional, approachable and outcome focused.
• Manage complex stakeholder conversations.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual support to children and young people with SEND.
• Help customers understand your role using eligibility criteria documents.
• Explain relevant SEND legislation and policy when providing advice.
• Identify barriers customers face to engage with SEND services.
• Coach customers to self-advocate and take control of tasks.
• Work advice shifts weekly on the helpline, providing information.
• Maintain accurate records and database updates on cases.
• Cultivate professional relationships for positive outcomes.
• Contribute to content development for the SENDIASS website.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in special educational needs

Ability to manage complex conversations

Competent in Outlook and Microsoft packages

Full UK driving license

Education

Qualification in SEND law or willingness to achieve ISPSEA SEN Law Training

Job description

A leading children's services organization seeks a SENDIASS Support Worker in Chilworth. This part-time role involves providing individual support to children and young people with special educational needs. Candidates should have excellent communication skills, personal experience in SEND, and a commitment to advocacy. You'll engage with families, guide them through SEND processes, and help empower them to self-advocate. This role offers a chance to make a positive impact and requires a minimum qualification in SEND law.