SEND support worker

Acis Group Limited; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support organisation in Scunthorpe is seeking individuals passionate about assisting young people with special educational needs (SEN). This term-time role involves 27.5 hours per week, providing one-to-one support to learners with diverse needs. Candidates should possess patience, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn. Experience in practical trades or education support is preferred. A full clean driving licence is essential. Opportunities for flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and complete relevant training.
• Basic IT and organisational abilities.
• Full clean driving licence and vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sessions across vocational and academic programmes.
• Support learners in external environments.
• Assist in preparing learning materials.
• Work with learners to reinforce learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and well‑being.
• Participate in training and CPD.

Skills

Interest in education and supporting young people with SEND

Patience

Empathy

Good communication skills

Education

Experience in a practical trade, youth work, or education support

Job description

Job Advert

Are you an individual who is passionate about supporting young people with SEN but who have no formal teaching qualification/experience? If so, this could be an ideal role for you where you will receive guidance, mentoring, and training whilst gaining hands‑on experience working one‑to‑one with learners to help them thrive.

This is a term‑time role (46 weeks per year) and 27.5 hours per week working with young people (16+) who have an Education Health & Care Plan (EHCP). The learners we work with can have complex needs including SEMH, ASD, ADHD and potentially having additional learning difficulties and/or disabilities. The need to deliver innovative and differentiated lessons that incorporate real‑world applications of practical skills to cater for various learning styles and abilities is essential.

Typical Day Responsibilities

• Helping deliver engaging sessions across vocational, academic, and employability programmes, with the support of experienced tutors.
• Support the learner in external environments for enrichment or placement activities.
• Assist in preparing learning materials and maintaining a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Work with learners individually or in small groups to reinforce learning and build confidence.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional well‑being among learners.
• Participate in internal training and CPD.
• Support activities towards assessment, attendance tracking, and learner progress monitoring to help support our quality assurance processes.
• Follow safeguarding, equality, and health & safety policies at all times.

Required Skills and Experience

• A genuine interest in education and supporting young people with SEND.
• Patience, empathy, and good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and complete relevant training.
• Basic IT and organisational abilities.
• Experience in a practical trade, youth work, or education support.
• Full clean driving licence and vehicle.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Previous experience working with SEN learners.

Safeguarding and Compliance

As part of our commitment to safeguarding there will be numerous safeguarding checks that form part of the recruitment process, including an Enhanced DBS check, and you will be required to complete a self‑declaration form at interview stage. Please note this role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, and it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from regulated activity.

Equality and Diversity

Acis are committed to equality and diversity, are a proud member of disability confident and welcome applications from any applicant who feel they hold the essential skills to fulfil the role. We recognise that people need flexibility in their role and we’re happy to discuss flexible working options with the successful candidate in addition to any aid with interviewing that you might need.