Looking to make a positive impact in the lives of students with special educational needs? Then join us as a SEN Support Worker in Southbourne!
SEN Support Worker Location: Southbourne Salary Range: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience) Start time: Immediately Contract: Permanent, Full-time GSL Education are seeking a compassionate and skilled SEN Support Worker to join our team in Southbourne .
This is a rewarding role where you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference, supporting students with various additional needs, helping them to thrive both academically and personally.
In this position, you will work alongside teachers and other support staff to provide essential guidance to students with special educational needs, helping them develop their confidence, skills, and independence in a supportive environment.
You will play a key role as a SEN Support Worker in adapting activities and resources to meet individual learning needs, facilitating an inclusive classroom experience.
Responsibilities: Provide one-on-one and group support to students with SEN, adapting assistance to meet individual needs.
Collaborate with teachers in lesson planning and delivery, focusing on inclusive education practices.
Monitor and document students' progress, providing regular updates to the teaching team.
Engage in developing and implementing individualised support plans to aid student development.
Foster a safe and nurturing environment, encouraging positive interactions and participation.
Liaise with parents and caregivers, maintaining clear communication about student progress.
What You'll Bring: Previous experience in a similar role or as a SEN Support Worker , preferably within an educational setting.
Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with students who have additional learning needs.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with students and staff.
Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2 or 3, NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Childcare or Supporting Teaching and Learning, or equivalent.
Understanding of various SEN strategies and approaches, with a commitment to continuous professional development.
Adaptability to work across different classroom settings and with a range of learning needs.
Why Join GSL Education Opportunities to gain valuable experience across diverse educational settings.
Join a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to positive educational outcomes.
Benefit from long-term placements, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with students.
Enjoy continuous support and guidance from a dedicated consultant.
To work with GSL Education as a SEN Support Worker, you need: Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ' Teaching Assistant' ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Southbourne!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK . For more information or to register your interest in the 'Teaching Assistant' role, or to be considered, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.