Support Worker

Confidential; Brentford; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Long-term opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

Confidential in Brentford is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist children and young people aged 8-16 with autism, ADHD and SEMH in a specialist SEN provision. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, promoting emotional and social development in a structured, nurturing environment.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists and carers, implement behaviour support strategies, monitor progress and uphold safeguarding procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Calm, patient and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN.
• Support students with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• Assist students inside and outside of the classroom to encourage engagement.
• Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques.
• Support teachers and SEN staff with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
• Build positive relationships to promote confidence and wellbeing.
• Monitor student progress and report concerns to staff.
• Support safeguarding procedures and follow school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and parents/carers.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Support Worker

Location: Brentford
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate / Depending on Experience

Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available

Support Worker- Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join a specialist SEN provision in Brentford, supporting children and young people aged 8-16 with Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them achieve positive educational, emotional and social outcomes within a structured, safe and nurturing environment.

Support Worker-Key Responsibilities

• - Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN including ASD, ADHD and autism.
• - Support students with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
• - Assist students both inside and outside of the classroom to encourage engagement and participation.
• - Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques where required.
• - Support teachers and SEN staff with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
• - Build positive and trusting relationships with students to promote confidence, wellbeing and independence.
• - Monitor student progress, behaviour and wellbeing and report concerns appropriately.
• - Support safeguarding procedures and follow all school policies and guidelines.
• - Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, pastoral staff and parents/carers.
• - Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Support Worker-Candidate Requirements

• - Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or SEMH needs.
• - Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• - Calm, patient and resilient approach.
• - Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• - Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• - Experience within schools, youth work, care or alternative provisions is desirable.
• - Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred.

What We Offer

• - Supportive and welcoming SEN environment.
• - Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• - Long-term opportunities and career progression.
• - Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.