SEND Support Worker

Vision for Education Ltd; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Immediate start opportunities

Flexible work options

Free CPD and training

Job summary

Vision for Education are recruiting SEND Support Workers to work with schools and specialist provisions across Cirencester and the surrounding Gloucestershire area. If you enjoy working with children and young people and want a job where you can genuinely make a difference, this could be a great opportunity.

You'll be part of a school team supporting pupils with SEND, autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, learning needs and complex needs. Training can be provided for the right person.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or vulnerable individuals preferred but not essential.
• Able to work 1:1 or in small groups and support learning activities.
• Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply for one.
• Right to work in the UK and reliable to attend shifts.
• Calm and patient approach with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils.
• Help pupils access lessons and school activities.
• Support SEND and additional needs, including autism and ADHD.
• Encourage communication, confidence and independence.
• Help manage emotions and behaviour; support social development.
• Assist with practical, sensory and learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and work with staff.
• Follow individual support plans and school guidance.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Empathy

Job description

Send Support Worker

Cirencester, Gloucestershire

£14.24 - £15.50+ per hour (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Full-Time | Part-Time | Flexible Opportunities | Immediate Start

Send Support Worker - Cirencester

Vision for Education are recruiting SEND Support Workers to work with schools and specialist provisions across Cirencester and the surrounding Gloucestershire area.

If you enjoy working with children and young people and want a job where you can genuinely make a difference, this could be a great opportunity. You'll be part of a school team supporting pupils with SEND, special educational needs, autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties, learning needs and complex needs.

The role is varied and can include 1:1 support, small-group work and classroom support. Your focus will be helping pupils feel settled, take part in school life, develop their confidence and become as independent as possible.

Previous experience in SEND is useful, but it's not essential. We are also interested in people with backgrounds in care, support work, childcare, youth work, teaching assistance, sports coaching, mentoring or similar roles. Training can be provided for the right person.

What you'll be doing

Depending on the setting and pupils you're supporting, your day could include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Helping pupils access lessons and activities
• Supporting children with SEND and additional needs
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
• Helping pupils manage emotions and behaviour
• Supporting social and communication development
• Assisting with practical, sensory and learning activities
• Building positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Working alongside teachers and other support staff
• Following individual support plans and school guidance
• Helping maintain a safe, calm and positive environment

Who we're looking for

We're looking for people who are patient, reliable and genuinely interested in helping children and young people.

You may already have experience as a SEND Support Worker, SEN Teaching Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, LSA, Support Worker, Care Worker, Behaviour Mentor or Youth Worker.

You could also have experience outside education and be looking to move into a school environment.

We're looking for:

• Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable individuals
• A calm and patient approach
• Good communication skills
• The ability to build positive relationships
• Confidence working as part of a team
• Reliability and a willingness to learn
• An Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply for one
• The Right to Work in the UK

SEN or SEND experience is desirable but not essential. Training and ongoing support are available.

What Vision for Education offers

• £14.24 - £15.50+ per hour
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Immediate start opportunities
• Full-time, part-time and flexible work
• Long-term and ongoing placements
• Free CPD and training
• SEND and safeguarding training
• Pension co