Support Worker (SEN School)

Support Worker (SEN School)

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the patience, resilience, and enthusiasm to support students with special educational needs (SEN)? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a dedicated team as a Support Worker at a local SEN school near Bargoed.

Role :  Support Worker

Location :  Bargoed Area

Hours :  Full-time

Salary :  £86.40 per day

About the Role :

As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for our students. You’ll work closely with teachers and other support staff to help deliver tailored learning and care, ensuring every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This role will require you to manage challenging behaviour and provide both emotional and practical support to students with diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities :

• Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to support their educational and developmental goals.
• Manage challenging behaviour with a calm, consistent, and patient approach.
• Support classroom activities, helping to deliver lessons and learning plans created by teachers.
• Encourage positive social interactions and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and families to understand each student’s unique needs.

About You :

If you're ready to bring your enthusiasm, patience, and dedication to a role where every day is an opportunity to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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