Student Support Worker

Five Education Recruitment Limited; Taunton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Education is recruiting support workers in Taunton to assist students with various special needs, including autism and ADHD. The role involves 1:1 interaction with students, focusing on their academic and social development. Candidates should be compassionate and willing to work collaboratively with educators. Training and support will be provided.

Benefits

Free specialised training

Free DBS (refunded after 20 days)

Recommendation bonus

Specialist support and mentoring

Qualifications

• No specific experience required; must be compassionate and resilient.
• Familiarity with cognitive and behavioral issues is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to students with special needs.
• Assist in developing social skills and emotional regulation.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students.

Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Interest in supporting children

Education

Psychology graduate

Job description

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Five Education is seeking support workers to work in schools in Taunton and surrounding areas to support students who have a range of special needs including down syndrome, autism, ADHD, social emotional mental health (SEMH), learning difficulties and more. We work with mainstream and special schools with students who are from nursery up to secondary age.

The role will be working 1:1 with a student throughout the week. You will provide tailored support to a student with specific educational needs, fostering their academic and personal development. Experience is not necessary, but the successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient and comfortable in handling challenging behaviour. This role would ideally suit psychology graduates wanting to learn more about cognitive and behavioral issues or those who have a background in support worker/care assistant. The work won't be anything too academic, but primarily focusing on developing their social and regulating emotion skills. You may also need to support them throughout playtime and lunchtime to ensure they are safe.

The hours are 8:30-15:30 during term time, full-time is preferred but part-time roles (minimum of 3 days per week) may be considered too. Please note, the roles start ASAP until July 22nd and again from September onwards.

Main Responsibilities

Support students 1:1 by making the curriculum accessible and changing approaches to make learning fun

Always ensure the safety and well-being of students

Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills

Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and other staff members to address the individual needs of students

Encourage socialisation and good behaviour through positive reinforcement and praise

Essential Criteria

Have an interest in supporting children/young people

Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or skilled worker visa

Relevant references and DBS/police checks if necessary

Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), 8:30-15:30

*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.



What can Five Education offer you?

- Check out our Google reviews for one of the best supply experiences in Bristol! We offer free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more

- Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)

- Recommending a friend bonus scheme

- Specialist support/ mentoring while you are working



If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Danielle at 01174226167. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.



Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.



Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.



We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.



Contact Danielle on 0117 422 6167 / [emailprotected]