Support Worker - SEND

GSL Education; Redditch; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is recruiting Learning Support Workers to join a specialist SEN school in Redditch, supporting children and young people with diverse needs.

Role is full-time during term time, 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday. Pay rates are £93–£105 per day, with opportunities to gain valuable experience in a supportive educational environment.

Applicants with SEN experience, empathy and resilience are encouraged, including graduates in Psychology, Childcare or Criminology.

Qualifications

• Available Monday to Friday during term time (Non negotiable).
• 8:30am – 3:30pm working hours (Non negotiable).
• Confident supporting children from nursery age to post-16.
• Experience with SEN, autism, ADHD, or complex needs is highly desirable.
• Psychology, Childcare or Criminology graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people with diverse needs in a specialist SEN setting.
• Assist with academic activities and personal care as required.
• Promote positive behaviour, safety and inclusion in class.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour support

Communication with pupils

Flexibility

Education

Psychology/Criminology/Childcare degree

Graduates encouraged

Tools

DBS Update Service

Job description

COMPLEX NEEDS & SEN LEARNING SUPPORT WORKERS REQUIRED!

Location: Redditch
Full Time | Monday to Friday | Term Time Only
Working Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay Rate: £93–£105 per day

GSL Education is currently recruiting dedicated, compassionate and resilient Learning Support Workers to join a specialist SEN school in Redditch, supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional needs, complex learning difficulties and behavioural challenges.

Age Range: Candidates must be confident working with children from nursery age through to young adults aged 16+ (post-16), adapting their approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience supporting individuals with:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and complex needs
• ADHD and additional learning needs
• PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties)
• Looked After Children (LAC) and children with care experience
• Behaviours that challenge and emotional regulation difficulties
• Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Complex medical needs
• Epilepsy and seizure management
• PEG feeding and specialist care requirements
• Physical disabilities and mobility needs
• Multi-sensory impairments
• Non-verbal communication and alternative communication methods
• Personal care needs, including toileting, dressing and hygiene support
• Trauma-informed support and attachment-related needs

This role would suit candidates with experience as:

• Learning Support Workers
• SEN Teaching Assistants
• Special Needs Assistants
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Residential Care Workers
• Nursing and care staff
• Behaviour Support Assistants
• Professionals supporting Looked After Children
• Psychology, Childcare and Criminology graduates
• Candidates with relevant personal experience supporting individuals with additional or complex needs

Psychology, Childcare & Criminology Graduates Encouraged to Apply!

Recent graduates and candidates with degrees or qualifications in Psychology, Childcare, Criminology or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting children and young people with diverse needs in a specialist educational setting.

Requirements:

• Available Monday to Friday during term time (Non negotiable)
• Available to work 8:30am – 3:30pm (Non negotiable)
• Confident supporting children and young people from nursery age through to post-16
• DBS on the Update Service or willing to obtain one
• Previous experience supporting individuals with SEN, autism, ADHD, complex needs or behaviours that challenge is highly desirable
• Graduates from Psychology, Childcare, Criminology or related backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• A caring, proactive and flexible approach to supporting pupils with diverse needs

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you!