School Support Worker

Academics; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Hatfield is seeking a School Support Worker to assist learners with autism and additional needs in a specialist educational setting. The role offers part-time and ad-hoc hours with potential for regular shifts.

Salary is paid per hour, starting immediately, with duties including personal care where required and close collaboration with teachers and therapists to support learning plans.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, autism or complex needs.
• Background in education, care, support work or a similar setting.
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners with autism and additional needs.
• Support non-verbal learners with communication, sensory activities and learning tasks.
• Provide personal and intimate care where required.
• Follow individual learning and care plans.
• Encourage participation, independence and positive daily routines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism support

Education background

Education

Background in education or care

Job description

Are you an experienced Support Worker, Care Worker or Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs? Academics is recruiting a School Support Worker in Hatfield to work within a specialist educational setting supporting learners with autism, communication difficulties and complex needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for caring, reliable and experienced individuals seeking flexible, part-time and ad-hoc work in Hatfield, with the potential for regular ongoing shifts.

Key Details

Location: Hatfield

Pay: 14.50- 15.00 per hour, depending on experience

Contract: Full-time

Start: Immediate

Key Responsibilities as a School Support Worker

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to learners with autism and additional needs.
• Support non-verbal learners with communication, sensory activities and learning tasks.
• Provide personal and intimate care where required.
• Follow individual learning and care plans.
• Encourage participation, independence and positive daily routines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Maintain a safe, calm and inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal School Support Worker

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, autism or complex needs.
• Background in education, care, support work or a similar setting.
• Confidence and willingness to provide personal and intimate care.
• A patient, compassionate and proactive approach.
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).

Education and Training - School Support Worker - Hatfield

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