Inclusive Education Support Worker

Veritas Education; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking a compassionate Inclusive Education Support Worker to join specialist provisions in Wakefield. You will support pupils with complex needs, helping them build independence, communication skills and confidence in a nurturing environment.

Key responsibilities include 1:1 and small-group support, assisting with personal care, and implementing learning plans and EHCP targets. DBS clearance is mandatory and experience in SEN settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience working in SEN, SEND or specialist educational settings.
• Understanding of complex learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• Confident supporting pupils with communication and sensory difficulties.
• Experience with positive behaviour support and emotional regulation.
• Willingness to assist with personal care where necessary.
• GCSE English/Maths or equivalent qualifications.
• Enhanced DBS check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with communication, interaction and social development.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities where required.
• Support individual learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Help pupils manage sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Support classroom activities through creative and engaging approaches.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Complex learning needs

Empathy

Communication support

Behaviour support

Personal care

GCSE English/Maths

Education

GCSE English/Maths

Job description

Inclusive Education Support Worker

Veritas Education is seeking compassionate, patient and dedicated Inclusive Education Support Worker to work within specialist educational provisions across Wakefield.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with complex learning needs, helping them develop independence, communication skills and confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.

About the Role

You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including complex learning difficulties, communication difficulties, sensory needs and developmental differences.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting pupils with communication, interaction and social development.
• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities where required.
• Supporting individual learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Helping pupils manage sensory needs and emotional regulation.
• Supporting classroom activities through creative and engaging approaches.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals.
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working within SEN, SEND or specialist educational settings.
• Understanding of complex learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.
• Confident supporting pupils with communication and sensory difficulties.
• Experience with positive behaviour support and emotional regulation.
• Willingness to assist with personal care where necessary.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people achieve their goals.
• Candidates with backgrounds in care, residential support, youth work, psychology or education are also encouraged to apply.
• Academic baseline of GCSE or Qualifications in English/Maths
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this)

Why Choose Veritas Education:

• Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
• Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
• A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
• An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'