School Support Worker - Special Education Needs

Academics Ltd; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education consultancy in Wickford is seeking a caring and adaptable School Support Worker. The role involves providing personalized support for students with SEND, ensuring their learning and social development. Ideal candidates should have experience with children and possess compassion and patience. Competitive daily rates and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Support from a dedicated local consultant

Competitive daily rates

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Comfortable with personal care and routine-based support.
• Resilient and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support for students with diverse needs.
• Engage learners in fun, creative ways.
• Build a nurturing environment for students.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

School Support Worker - Special Education Needs

Location: Wickford, Essex

Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm (Monday to Friday)

Contract: Long-term to permanent contract

Salary: £88-£100 per day

SEND Experience: Essential

Onsite parking: Available

Start date: Role starting Immediately

Training: Excellent training provided

The Role

Are you a caring and adaptable individual with a passion for making a real difference in the lives of students with diverse needs?

Academics is currently seeking dedicated SEN Support Workers to join a specialist school in Wickford.

Role responsibilities include supporting students with a wide range of additional needs, including:

• Physical disabilities, severe learning difficulties (SLD), and profound multiple learning difficulties (PMLD)
• Autism, moderate learning difficulties (LD), dyslexia, and dyspraxia
• Sight and hearing impairments

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support for students, including assistance with mobility, feeding, and changing where required
• Support pupils' learning, communication, and social development
• Adapt approaches to meet individual learning and care needs
• Build a nurturing, safe, and positive environment where all students can thrive
• Engage learners in fun, creative ways - a drama or playful background is always a plus!

Ideal Candidate

• Compassionate, patient, and adaptable
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (school or care background welcomed)
• Comfortable with personal care and routine-based support
• Resilient, proactive, and a team player

Why Join Academics?

• Competitive daily rates (£88-£100 per day)
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
• Support from a dedicated local consultant
• Opportunities across Wickford and surrounding areas

If you\'re ready to make a positive impact and support young people with SEND, we\'d love to hear from you!

Apply today with your CV or reach out to Sarah at Academics to discuss this role further. (phone number removed)

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School Support Worker - Special Education Needs - Education and training - Wickford, Essex