SEN Support Worker

Teaching Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An education support agency is seeking a passionate SEN Support Worker to help create a nurturing environment for children with special educational needs in Bedford schools. The role emphasizes supporting students' personal development and emotional well-being, collaborating with teachers, and tailoring support for individual needs. The ideal candidate will have experience in educational settings and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and long-term opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Long-term full-time options

PAYE contract

Discounted training courses

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults in an educational setting or elsewhere.
• Familiarity with special educational needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in their learning activities and personal development.
• Promoting pupils' social and emotional well-being.
• Helping maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers.

Skills

Supporting students

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Job description

Job description

SEN Support Worker - Make a Difference in Bedford SEN Schools!

Are you a passionate and empathetic individual with a keen interest in working in education?

Join Teaching Personnel as a SEN Support Worker and help create a nurturing environment for children with special educational needs. We work closely with primary and secondary SEN schools in and around Bedford, providing skilled support staff to ensure the best care and education for their pupils.

As an SEN Support Worker, you'll play a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child can thrive. You'll collaborate with pupils, teachers, and school staff, tailoring your support to meet each child's unique needs.

About The Schools (Bedford Area)

• Location: We work with a variety of provisions across Bedford postcodes, including MK42 and MK44.
• Provisions: Opportunities available in primary, secondary, SEN, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) settings.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students in their learning activities and personal development.
• Promoting pupils' social and emotional well-being.
• Helping maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
• Collaborating with classroom teachers to enhance learning experiences.
• Assisting with the implementation of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs).

What We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children or adults, whether in an educational setting or elsewhere.
• Familiarity with special educational needs and/or challenging behaviour.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility, resilience, and a positive attitude.
• A passion for fostering growth, confidence, and independence.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities.
• Long-term full-time options with a view of going permanent.
• A PAYE contract for stability and security.
• Discounted CPD Academy courses for ongoing training and development.

How to Apply: The Work is in Bedford!

If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, apply today and join us in making a difference in the lives of children with SEN.

To apply for this role, you have two options:

• Contact Kasia Directly: Send your CV and a brief cover note to Kasia at: Email: katarzyna.frenchteachingpersonnel
• Apply Online: Click to apply online through the relevant job posting.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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