SEND Support Worker – High-Needs Pupil Support (Flexible)

TeacherActive Limited.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

CPD & progression

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited invites experienced SEND Support Workers to assist high-needs pupils across Leicester City. You will provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support to learners with diverse needs, helping them access education, regulate emotions and build essential life skills.

The role offers flexible shifts with part-time and full-time opportunities, ongoing placements, and dedicated consultant support. DBS checks and safeguarding are required; CPD opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, complex needs or challenging behaviour.
• Patient, adaptable approach with safeguarding awareness.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with high and complex needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, behaviour and engagement in learning.
• Implement individual support plans and adapt activities to pupils' abilities.
• Use communication strategies such as PECS, Makaton and visual aids where appropriate.
• Support pupils with personal care, mobility and daily living skills where required.
• Create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions.

Skills

Empathy & patience

Communication

Behaviour management

Job description

TeacherActive Limited invites experienced SEND Support Workers to assist high-needs pupils across Leicester City. You will provide personalised 1:1 and small-group support to learners with diverse needs, helping them access education, regulate emotions and build essential life skills.

The role offers flexible shifts with part-time and full-time opportunities, ongoing placements, and dedicated consultant support. DBS checks and safeguarding are required; CPD opportunities are available.