School Support Worker - Special Education Needs

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support company is seeking compassionate and adaptable School Support Workers to assist students with special educational needs in Wickford. The role offers competitive daily rates, excellent training, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates should have experience with SEND and be comfortable with personal care tasks. Join a supportive team to make a positive impact on young lives.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

Support from a dedicated consultant

Onsite parking

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide personalised support for students with additional needs.
• Engage learners in fun, creative ways.
• Build a nurturing and safe environment.

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

Pay: £88-£100 per day

Start: Role starting Immediately

Training: Excellent training provided | Onsite parking

Role Details

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

How to Apply

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 @ Academics to discuss this role further. 01245 921 888 / [e-mail]