SEN Child Development Support Specialist

Veritas Education; Halifax; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education is seeking caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Child Development Support Workers to support specialist SEN primary and all-through educational settings across Halifax.

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, including Autism and complex learning needs. You will help develop communication, social and emotional skills and work closely with teachers and therapists to help pupils achieve their targets.

Qualifications

• Patience, consistency and positive reinforcement are essential.
• Nurturing, proactive and child-centred attitude is valued.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with children who may communicate differently.
• Willingness to adapt approach to meet individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support children with Autism, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.
• Encourage early development, social interaction and communication skills.
• Assist with sensory activities, routines and transitions throughout the school day.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence.
• Adapt learning activities to match abilities and developmental stages.
• Create a safe, welcoming environment and work with teachers and therapists to meet targets.

Skills

Patience

Consistency

Positive reinforcement

Nurturing

Child-centred approach

Relationship building

Education

GCSE English (Level 2)

GCSE Maths (Level 2)

Job description

Veritas Education is seeking caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Child Development Support Workers to support specialist SEN primary and all-through educational settings across Halifax.

Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, including Autism and complex learning needs. You will help develop communication, social and emotional skills and work closely with teachers and therapists to help pupils achieve their targets.