SENDIASS Advocate & Support Worker (Remote, Hampshire)

Polaris Children; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading children’s services provider in Southampton is seeking a SENDIASS Support Worker to provide individualized support to children and young people with SEND. This part-time role involves maintaining accurate records, advocating for clients, and fostering relationships with relevant stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and have experience in educational needs or social care. A qualification in SEND law or commitment to training is essential. This role offers a salary of £19,714.28 pro rata and various benefits including annual leave and a pension.

Benefits

30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 days' with length of service)

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Medical Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Track record or personal experience in special educational needs, disabilities, education, health, or social care.
• Professional, approachable, and outcome focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual support to children and young people with SEND and/or their parents.
• Help customers set clear expectations of support.
• Explain relevant SEND legislation when providing advice or support.
• Identify barriers that customers face to engage with SEND services.
• Proactively support children and young people to self-advocate.
• Maintain records of advice and support given.
• Cultivate professional relationships with stakeholders.
• Contribute to the SENDIASS website and social media.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Professional experience in leadership

Ability to manage complex conversations

Confident working with Microsoft packages

Full UK driving licence

Education

Qualification in SEND law or commitment to achieve ISPSEA SEN Law Training

Job description

A leading children’s services provider in Southampton is seeking a SENDIASS Support Worker to provide individualized support to children and young people with SEND. This part-time role involves maintaining accurate records, advocating for clients, and fostering relationships with relevant stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and have experience in educational needs or social care. A qualification in SEND law or commitment to training is essential. This role offers a salary of £19,714.28 pro rata and various benefits including annual leave and a pension.