Job description
Disability Support Worker - Eastleigh - GSL Education
Salary Scale: £82.80 to £100 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Disability Support Worker to provide support for children with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, and SEN needs in a SEN school in Eastleigh.
This role is ideal for graduates starting their career in education or individuals passionate about SEN, offering the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled specialists such as Speech and Language Therapists, and Psychologists.
It’s also perfect for aspiring Psychologists, SEN Teachers, Therapists, or Primary School Teachers seeking valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment. The school is committed to helping pupils reach their full potential through a rich and varied curriculum.
Key Details:
- Location: Eastleigh
- Role: Disability Support Worker
- Employer: GSL Education
The role of a Disability Support Worker:
- To support students who struggle with their class work
- Facilitate a fun and friendly learning environment
- To provide support to the class teacher
- To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
- To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
- To encourage children to do their best
- Help manage classroom behaviour
- Listen to the children read and practice their phonics
The successful Disability Support Worker:
- Experience working with children with special educational needs, particularly those with autism or social and emotional needs (preferred, not essential).
- Experience working with SEN (in school, care, or voluntary settings) preferred, not essential
- Knowledge of and experience with behaviour management strategies.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate effectively with parents and other professionals.
- A patient and nurturing approach to working with children.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in SEN practices and strategies.
To work with GSL Education as a Disability Support Worker, you should:
- 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 a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this Disability Support Worker role requires 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.
For more information about this position, please visit our website to contact the relevant branch. To work with GSL Education in the role of Disability Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit www.gsleducation.com to apply online.