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Student Support Worker
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs?
Prospero Teaching is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Poole for a dedicated and enthusiastic Student Support Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a team committed to supporting students with disabilities in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
About the School:
This specialist school caters for children and young people with a range of disabilities, focusing on creating a learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential and prepare for fulfilling futures.
The school is part of a wider organisation committed to staff development, wellbeing, and professional growth. Full training will be provided to ensure you feel confident and supported in your role.
Contract Details:
- Location: Poole, Dorset
- Position: Education Support Worker
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract Type: Temp to Perm
- Hours: 32.5 hours per week
- Pay: From GBP14.46 per hour
- Work Schedule: Monday to Friday
Key Responsibilities:
- Support students throughout the school day in a range of subjects and activities, including Reading, Maths, ICT, PE, Swimming, Dance, Drama, Food Tech, and Music
- Promote and reinforce students' self-esteem, independence, and social development
- Communicate effectively with students using their preferred methods of communication
- Provide direct care to students in line with agreed standards
- Assist with setting up and tidying classrooms before and after lessons
- Build positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues
- Support students in their physical, emotional, and educational development
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff
Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people (preferably with additional needs)
- A positive, caring, and adaptable attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to undertake training and development
- Right to work in the UK
- Enhanced child-only DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
- Ability to provide two professional references
What We Offer:
- A meaningful role supporting young people with additional needs
- Competitive hourly pay
- Temp-to-perm opportunities
- Full induction and ongoing training
- Free CPD courses (e.g. Safeguarding, Behaviour Management)
- Support from Prospero Teachings Training & Development Team
Apply Now:
If you are ready to begin a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and complete relevant vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS.
