School Support Worker

Academics; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a compassionate School Support Worker in Bletchley to support learners with autism and communication needs in a nurturing setting. The role involves 1:1 and small group support, helping non-verbal students engage with education.

Hours are 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with full-time hours on a temporary/ad-hoc basis and potential temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidate. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Requires patience and empathy when supporting learners.
• Experience with autistic/non-verbal learners is preferred.
• Ability to work in a structured, nurturing environment.
• Comfort with providing personal care when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to learners with autism and additional needs.
• Assist non-verbal students with communication, sensory activities, and learning tasks.
• Offer personal and intimate care as required.
• Follow individual learning and care plans to help learners reach their potential.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and other professionals to create an inclusive environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Job description

School Support Worker - Bletchley

Are you a compassionate and resilient School Support Worker looking for a rewarding role in the Bletchley area? We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join a specialist educational setting supporting children with additional and complex needs.

This role is ideal for a School Support Worker who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with autism and communication difficulties. You will be supporting non-verbal learners, helping them access education in a nurturing and structured environment.

Key Details:

• Location: Bletchley
• Pay: £13.68 - £15.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Contract: Temporary ad-hoc work available, with temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidate
• Start: Immediate

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to learners with autism and additional needs
• Assist non-verbal students with communication, sensory activities, and learning tasks
• Offer personal and intimate care as required
• Follow individual learning and care plans, supporting learners to reach their full potential
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to create a positive and inclusive environment

Requirements:

• Right to work in the UK (unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship)
• Available full-time between 8:30am and 3:30pm
• Experience supporting autistic and/or non-verbal learners, ideally within a school or care environment
• Comfortable providing personal and intimate care
• Calm, patient, and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for supporting young people

Whether you are an experienced School Support Worker or have a background in care and are looking to transition into education, we would love to hear from you.

Join our team in Bletchley and take the next step in your rewarding career as a School Support Worker

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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy