SEN support worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Redditch; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants for specialist schools in Redditch. The role entails 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs, including autism, SEMH and ADHD. You will implement structured strategies and provide emotional support, while aiding numeracy and literacy outside class time.

This full-time, term-time-only position requires a full driving licence and access to a vehicle. DBS on Update Service or willingness to apply is required. DBS cost may apply.

Qualifications

• Providing 1:1 behaviour support to pupils with challenging behaviour and SEN requirements.
• Implementing structures, boundaries and strategies to support behaviour.
• Acting as a positive role model with nurture and emotional support.
• Delivering additional numeracy and literacy support outside the classroom.
• Supporting and de-escalating heightened or volatile situations.
• Working across both Primary and Secondary school settings.
• Promoting positive relationships, engagement and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with diverse needs.
• Maintain calm, supportive approaches to behaviour management.
• Deliver targeted numeracy and literacy assistance outside class time.
• Assist with de-escalation in challenging situations.
• Support across primary and secondary settings.

Skills

One-to-one support

Behaviour support

Autism

Mental health

SEN

Calm under pressure

Job description

Personal Care | Autism | Mental Health | Behaviour Support

FULL TIME – TERM TIME ONLY

Monday to Friday

8:30am – 3:30pm (hours are fixed and cannot be negotiated)

NMW / Level 2 Teaching Assistant salary

Temp to Perm opportunity

Must drive and have access to your own vehicle

DBS on the Update Service required, or must be willing to apply for a new DBS.

We are currently recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants and Support Workers to work within a specialist schools inRedditch.

The role involves providing 1:1 support to children and young people with a range of additional needs and complex circumstances, including extremely challenging behaviour, Autism, ADHD, aggression, SEMH, PMLD, attachment difficulties and Looked After Children. Some pupils may also have experienced CSE/CSA or be at risk of harm to themselves or others.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

Mental health, care and support work.

Residential and children's services.

Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Teaching Assistants.

Security and behaviour management.

Youth work and sports coaching.

Psychology and Criminology graduates.

Individuals with personal or professional experience supporting vulnerable children and adults.

About the Role

Providing 1:1 behaviour support to pupils with challenging behaviour and SEN requirements.

Implementing appropriate structures, boundaries and strategies to support behaviour.

Acting as a positive role model and providing nurture and emotional support.

Delivering additional numeracy and literacy support outside the classroom.

Supporting and de-escalating heightened or volatile situations.

Working across both Primary and Secondary school settings.

Promoting positive relationships, engagement and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for confident, patient and resilient individuals who have experience supporting challenging behaviour, Autism, ADHD, mental health or SEMH.

Candidates must be able to remain calm under pressure, build positive relationships and adapt their approach to meet individual needs.

Please note: A full driving licence and access to your own car are essential for this position.