SEN Support Worker: Autism and SEMH Specialist

Remedy Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Long-term progression opportunities

Make a difference in young lives

Job summary

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist students aged 8-16 with autism, ADHD and SEMH in a specialist SEN provision in Newham. The role focuses on one-to-one and small group support to improve educational, emotional and social outcomes.

You will help with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction inside and outside the classroom, using de-escalation and safeguarding best practices. A compassionate, patient approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN including ASD, ADHD and autism.
• Support students with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• Assist students both inside and outside of the classroom to encourage engagement and participation.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques where required.
• Support teachers and SEN staff with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with students to promote confidence, wellbeing and independence.
• Monitor student progress, behaviour and wellbeing and report concerns appropriately.
• Support safeguarding procedures and follow all school policies and guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, pastoral staff and parents/carers.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Calm, patient attitude

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service) preferred

Job description

Remedy Recruitment Group is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist students aged 8-16 with autism, ADHD and SEMH in a specialist SEN provision in Newham. The role focuses on one-to-one and small group support to improve educational, emotional and social outcomes.

You will help with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction inside and outside the classroom, using de-escalation and safeguarding best practices. A compassionate, patient approach is essential.