SEND Support Worker - School Based (Young People)

AMA Admin; Guildford; On-site; GBP 19,741 - 21,217; Full time

Job summary

AMA Admin is looking for SEND Support Workers based in Guildford, Surrey, to provide tailored support for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities to work in inclusive schools, ensuring that every child can achieve their full potential.

Ideal candidates are compassionate and resilient individuals with experience in SEND support, youth work, or care settings. Key responsibilities include supporting students individually and in small groups, encouraging positive behaviour, and collaborating with teachers and parents.

Qualifications

• Experience in SEND support within schools.
• Experience in youth work, residential childcare, or care/support work.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist pupils with additional needs.
• Encourage independence and positive behaviour.
• Work alongside teachers and external professionals.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.
• Promote safeguarding and wellbeing.

Skills

SEND support within schools

Youth work

Residential childcare

Care or support work

Mental health support

Sports coaching

Community or voluntary work with young people

Job description

SEND Support Worker - School Based (Young People)

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Salary: Day rate - £107.00-£115.00 (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time & Part-time Opportunities Available

Inspire. Support. Make a Difference.

At Milk Education, we're passionate about connecting exceptional people with rewarding careers in education. We are currently recruiting SEND Support Workers to work in welcoming and inclusive schools, supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

This is a fantastic opportunity for compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a SEND Support Worker, you'll work closely with teachers and school staff to provide tailored support for students with a range of additional needs. Your role will be vital in creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assisting pupils with autism (ASC), ADHD, learning difficulties, SEMH, speech and language needs, and other additional needs.
• Encouraging independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Supporting students both in the classroom and during wider school activities.
• Working alongside teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to deliver personalised support.
• Building positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Promoting safeguarding and the wellbeing of every young person.

We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from people who have experience in:

• SEND support within schools.
• Youth work.
• Residential childcare.
• Care or support work.
• Mental health support.
• Sports coaching.
• Community or voluntary work with young people.

You’ll also have:

• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.