Support Worker

Aspire People; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency in Shrewsbury is seeking experienced Support Workers to assist students with additional needs in specialist schools. The ideal candidate is compassionate and adaptable, with a background in education or care. This full-time role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunity for impactful work

Supportive consultant

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Support Worker in an educational or care setting.
• Experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities.
• Commitment to promoting the well-being and development of students.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with additional needs one-on-one or in small groups.
• Assist with educational activities and manage behaviour.
• Help students with personal care needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Experienced Support Workers for Specialist Schools in Shrewsbury
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday) with Part-Time Options Available

Aspire People are looking for passionate and experienced Support Workers to join our team, providing essential support in specialist schools across the Shrewsbury area. The schools we support cater to students with a range of additional needs.

Key Responsibilities:
* Work one-on-one or in small groups supporting pupils with additional needs.
* Assist with educational activities, including supporting learning objectives and helping to manage behaviour.
* Help students with personal care needs where necessary.
* Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
* Monitor and report on students progress and well-being.
* Be able to be adaptable and understanding to the needs of individual pupils.

Requirements:
* Previous experience working as a Support Worker in an educational or care setting.
* Experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities.
* Compassionate, patient, and adaptable with strong communication skills.
* A commitment to promoting the well-being and development of students.

Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
* Opportunity to work in a rewarding and impactful role.
* Supportive and dedicated consultant.

If you are a compassionate and experienced Support Worker looking to make a difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you!

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.