SEN Support Worker

GSL Education; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education Hull Branch is seeking a dedicated SEN Support Worker to provide one-to-one and small-group assistance across educational settings in Hull. You will support children with SEN, focusing on communication, independence, and daily living skills, while upholding safeguarding standards.

Ideal candidates have prior SEN experience or a strong interest in SEND, and hold or are willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN is desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles.
• DBS checks or willingness to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to children and young people with SEN.
• Support learning, communication, social, emotional, behavioural, and daily living needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils while providing clear boundaries.
• Help pupils develop independence, confidence, and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and other professionals to tailor support.
• Monitor engagement and progress and share observations with staff.

Skills

SEN support

Safeguarding

Job description

Job Title: SEN Support Worker
Location: Hull
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)

Are you caring, patient, and passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs? GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting dedicated SEN Support Workers to work across educational and specialist support settings in Hull.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who can provide personalised support, build trusting relationships, and help young people develop their confidence, independence, communication, and everyday skills.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to children and young people with a range of SEN and additional needs.
• Support individuals with learning, communication, social, emotional, behavioural, and daily living needs where appropriate.
• Build positive and trusting relationships while providing consistent encouragement and clear boundaries.
• Support pupils to develop independence, confidence, social skills, and positive engagement with activities.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, families, and other professionals to provide consistent and individualised support.
• Monitor engagement and progress, sharing relevant observations and concerns with the appropriate staff.
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEND, SEMH, disabilities, care needs, or additional needs is desirable.
• Experience in education, care, youth work, support work, mentoring, or a similar setting would be advantageous.
• A patient, compassionate, and resilient approach with the ability to respond appropriately to individual needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.
• A genuine commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and promoting the welfare and development of those you support.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Why Work with GSL Education?

• Competitive daily rates based on experience and role requirements.
• Flexible opportunities, including short-term and long-term placements.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to relevant training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across educational and specialist settings.
• A supportive recruitment team committed to helping you find the right role.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.