School Support Worker

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

Job summary

Academics in Milton Keynes is seeking a dedicated School Support Worker to assist learners with autism and communication challenges in a nurturing setting. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, helping non-verbal learners access education with structured activities and care.

The role requires compassion, patience and empathy, with a full-time daytime schedule. Start in September, with pay determined by experience and the client’s policy.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
• Available full-time between 8:30am and 3:30pm.
• Experience supporting autistic/non-verbal learners, ideally in schools or care settings.
• Comfortable providing personal and intimate care.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach to helping young people.

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 potential.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and professionals to create a positive environment.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Empathy

Team collaboration

Job description

School Support Worker - Milton Keynes- School Support Worker- Milton Keynes

Are you a compassionate and resilient School Support Worker looking for a rewarding role in the Milton Keynes 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: Milton Keynes
• 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: September

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 Milton Keynes and take the next step in your rewarding career as a School Support Worker

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