Social Sciences Graduate - SEN Support Worker

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education firm in York seeks a Social Sciences Graduate to support students with Autism and additional needs. This role involves applying theoretical knowledge in practice and collaborating with staff to create inclusive learning environments. Candidates should have a degree in Social Sciences and a strong understanding of safeguarding requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduated in Sociology, Criminology, Education Studies or related field.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding requirements.
• Willingness to undergo necessary background checks for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Autism and additional needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to create inclusive environments.
• Assist students in developing independence and life skills.

Skills

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Ability to support students with additional needs

Education

Graduation in Social Sciences

Job description

Social Sciences Graduate - SEN Support Worker

Job Title: Social Sciences Graduate - SEN Support Worker

Are you a Social Sciences graduate (Sociology, Criminology, Education Studies, or related field) who wants to build a rewarding career working with young people? This role offers you the chance to bring your academic knowledge into practice, supporting students with Autism, SEMH, and additional needs in a specialist SEN school in York.

Overview

This role is based in a specialist SEN school in York. The successful candidate will support students with Autism, SEMH and additional needs by applying theoretical knowledge to real-world practice, helping students overcome barriers to learning and develop independence and life skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Autism, SEMH and additional needs in a specialist SEN school in York.
• Apply theoretical knowledge of society, behaviour, and inclusion to day-to-day practice.
• Assist students to develop independence and life skills alongside academic progress.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to create inclusive learning environments and adapt activities as needed.
• Contribute to safeguarding and child protection practices in line with school policies.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Graduation in Social Sciences (Sociology, Criminology, Education Studies, or related field).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Willingness to undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS via the Update Service.
• Desire to pursue a career in teaching, youth work, social care, or education policy is advantageous.

Please contact Kerry Fowler at GSL Education for more information or to apply for the role of Social Sciences Graduate – Support Worker in York. Please submit an up-to-date CV via the application link.

Note

This role requires safeguarding knowledge and compliance with background checks, including an enhanced DBS on the Update Service.