SEN Support Worker | W4

Snap Care; City Of London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A support care provider in London is seeking a part-time SEN Support Worker to assist a cheerful young man with severe learning difficulties. The ideal candidate will help with personal care, engage in educational and recreational activities, and promote independence. This rewarding role requires experience with special needs, a calm nature, and enthusiasm for supporting a young person’s development.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting someone with severe learning difficulties.
• Ability to engage with children and encourage independence.
• Willingness to assist with personal care and daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Support with school pick-up and after-school activities.
• Assist with evening routine including showering and dinner.
• Promote Zed's life skills and independence.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with additional needs

Ability to assist with personal care

Confident in cooking simple meals

Calm and patient nature

Interest in music and drama

Job description

Overview

SEN Support Worker in Chiswick, W4. A part-time opportunity for a SEN Support Worker to support a cheerful young man aged 18 with severe learning difficulties. Salary: £30,420.00 Gross Per Annum | £19.50 gross per hour.

• Nearest Tube/Station: Chiswick Park Station (Mum's), Mortlake Station (Dad's)
• Wage/Salary: £30,420.00 Gross Per Annum | £19.50 Gross Per Hour
• Driver Essential? Yes, access to automatic estate car when on duty
• Essential: Experience supporting a young person with additional needs (personal or professional), happy to assist with personal care and confident to cook simple meals.
• Start Date: ASAP
• Days & Hours: Monday to Friday, Term Time: 2:30 pm to 7:30 pm and School Holidays: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
• Family/Client Pets: Two Cats (At Mum’s) and a Dog (At Dad’s)
• Recruiter: Rachael — [e-mail]

About this client

Zed is a vibrant and sunny-natured teenager with a variety of interests and needs. He enjoys watching TV and films (especially musicals and theatre), reading Mr. Men books, and playing accessible games on his iPad or phone. He loves outdoor activities, swimming, and spending time with his family’s pets. Zed has Coffin-Lowry Syndrome, moderate to severe learning difficulties, physical disabilities, ADHD, dyspraxia, and presents similarly to Down Syndrome. While verbal, his expressive language can be inconsistent. He uses a wheelchair for longer distances and a walker at school; he can walk short distances at home with support. He needs help with dressing, personal care (toileting, handwashing, hygiene) and staying safe to prevent falls, but he remains eager to stay independent.

Role overview

This is a part-time support role with Zed, who splits his time between his mum’s home in Chiswick and his dad’s home in Mortlake, alternating weekly. Responsibilities include:

• School pick-up and accompanying Zed to after-school activities (e.g., swimming, drama, music club).
• Evening routine support including showering and helping with dinner.
• Ensuring Zed is settled for the night; supporting him during school holidays with planned activities and outings.
• Promoting life skills and independence as part of Zed’s educational pathway.

Ideal candidate

This role would suit a warm, upbeat individual who enjoys engaging with children and young people with additional needs. A calm, patient nature and a good sense of fun are essential. An interest in music, drama, outdoor activities and creative play is a bonus. The candidate should be positive, flexible, and genuinely interested in supporting Zed’s development and growing independence.

What’s great about this job

Zed’s enthusiasm for music, theatre, games and the outdoors makes each day varied and rewarding. The role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on his independence and confidence, while participating in activities such as swimming, cooking, and theatre visits.

Who is recruiting

Snap Care will carry out all recruitment including shortlisting, recruiter interviews and arranging employer interviews. Please note that sponsorship is not provided for this vacancy.