SEN Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Chandler's Ford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Worker for a role based in Chandler's Ford. You will provide 1:1 support to pupils with special educational needs, helping them access the curriculum and achieve personal growth. Ideal candidates will have experience working with children facing behavioural challenges. The role offers a competitive salary of £82.80 to £100 per day, starting ASAP and involves working in a nurturing school environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated consultants for support

Qualifications

• Experience with autism or social and emotional needs preferred but not essential.
• DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN.

Responsibilities

• Support students struggling with their class work.
• Facilitate a friendly learning environment.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation.
• Encourage children to do their best.

Skills

Experience working with children with special educational needs

Knowledge of behaviour management strategies

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Patience and nurturing approach

Adapting in a fast-paced environment

Job description

SEN Support Worker -Chandler's Ford - Term time only – ASAP Start

Make a real difference—support a child’s journey every step of the way.

Are you confident, calm under pressure, and driven to support children who face behavioural challenges in the classroom?

GSL Education are seeking a dedicated and proactive SEN Support Workerto provide 1:1 support to a school based inChandler's Ford.

This welcoming, community-focused school is known for its strong SEN provision, inclusive ethos, and commitment to whole-child development. As a Graduate SEN Support Worker, you’ll work closely with pupils requiring extra support, helping them access the curriculum, develop confidence, and achieve personal and academic progress.

• Location:Chandler's Ford
• SEN Support Worker
• School Type: Special Educational Needs (SEN) School
• Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day
• Start Date: ASAP

The role of an SEN Support Worker:

• To support students who struggle with their class work
• Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
• To provide support to the class teacher
• To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
• To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
• To encourage children to do their best
• Help manage classroom behaviour
• Listen to the children read and practice their phonics

The successful SEN Support Worker:

• Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
• Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
• Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
• A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.

To work with GSL Education as an SEN Support Worker, you should:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.

Please be advised that this SEN Support Workerrole requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of SEN Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.