Student Support Worker

Prospero Teaching; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization is seeking a dedicated Student Support Worker in Poole, England. You will play a key role in supporting students with additional needs throughout their school day. This position offers competitive hourly pay and provides full training to help you excel in your role. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and a caring attitude towards their educational and emotional development. This temp-to-perm role could be the perfect opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young learners.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Full induction and ongoing training

Free CPD courses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably with additional needs.
• A positive, caring, and adaptable attitude is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students.

Responsibilities

• Support students throughout the school day in various subjects and activities.
• Promote and reinforce students’ self-esteem, independence, and social development.
• Provide direct care to students as per agreed standards.
• Assist with setting up and tidying classrooms before and after lessons.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people

Strong communication skills

Adaptable attitude

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Student Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? Prospero Teaching is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Poole for a dedicated and enthusiastic Student Support Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a team committed to supporting students with disabilities in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

About the School

This specialist school caters for children and young people with a range of disabilities, focusing on creating a learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential and prepare for fulfilling futures.

The school is part of a wider organisation committed to staff development, wellbeing, and professional growth. Full training will be provided to ensure you feel confident and supported in your role.

Contract Details

• Location: Poole, Dorset
• Position: Education Support Worker
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Temp to Perm
• Hours: hours per week
• Pay: From per hour
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Support students throughout the school day in a range of subjects and activities, including Reading, Maths, ICT, PE, Swimming, Dance, Drama, Food Tech, and Music
• Promote and reinforce students’ self-esteem, independence, and social development
• Communicate effectively with students using their preferred methods of communication
• Provide direct care to students in line with agreed standards
• Assist with setting up and tidying classrooms before and after lessons
• Build positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues
• Support students in their physical, emotional, and educational development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people (preferably with additional needs)
• A positive, caring, and adaptable attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to undertake training and development
• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced child-only DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
• Ability to provide two professional references

What We Offer

• A meaningful role supporting young people with additional needs
• Competitive hourly pay
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Free CPD courses (Safeguarding, Behaviour Management)
• Support from Prospero Teachings Training & Development Team