SEND TA/Support/Youth Worker - Special Needs

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join their special needs school as Learning Support Assistants. This rewarding role involves working with students aged 3-19 who have a range of needs, including Autism, ADHD, and severe learning difficulties. You will provide tailored support, encourage engagement, and work closely with teachers and parents to foster a nurturing environment. With full-time hours and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression, this is a chance to make a real difference in children's lives. If you're passionate about helping children thrive, apply now!

Benefits

Ongoing training

Career progression

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND.
• Encouraging engagement through tailored learning activities.
• Supporting students’ emotional and social development.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

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SEND TA/Support/Youth Worker - Special Needs, Cambridge

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Client:

Protocol Education

Location:

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

012c113bb308

Job Views:

4

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

SEND LSA / TA / SEND Support / Youth Worker – Special Needs Schools | Start ASAP!

Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs?
Would you love to work in a thriving and rewarding school environment?
Are you looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real difference?

If so, we are looking for enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to join a special needs school as a SEND Learning Support Assistant (LSA), Teaching Assistant (TA), SEND Support Worker, or Youth Worker!

About the Role:

As part of the SEND support team, you will work with students aged 3-19 who have a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Physical Disabilities (PMLD).

Your Responsibilities:

Providing 1:1 and small group support to students with SEND
Encouraging engagement & interaction through tailored learning activities
Helping to manage behavior using positive strategies
Using sensory play, visual aids & communication tools to support learning
Supporting students’ emotional and social development in a nurturing way
Working closely with teachers, therapists & parents to provide holistic support

What We’re Looking For:

Passion for helping children with special needs thrive
A patient, empathetic & energetic approach to learning support
Ability to work as part of a supportive and dedicated team
No school experience required! Graduates, youth workers, care assistants & support workers welcome!

Full-time hours (Monday – Friday, school hours)
Competitive pay + ongoing training & career progression
Opportunities available in various locations

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career in a special needs school, APPLY NOW!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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