Job description
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Contract Type: Temporary, Supply, Part-Time, Full-Time
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Salary Scale: £92 – £115 per day (Depending on experience)
Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated Support Worker looking to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people? GSL Education Hull Branch are currently recruiting passionate Support Workers to work across educational and specialist support settings in York.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who can provide consistent, person-centred support while helping young people develop their confidence, independence, and emotional wellbeing.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to children and young people with a range of individual needs.
- Build positive, trusting relationships and act as a reliable source of encouragement and guidance.
- Support individuals with emotional regulation, communication, social skills, and day-to-day routines.
- Encourage positive behaviour, independence, confidence, and engagement in activities.
- Work closely with teachers, support staff, families, and other professionals to ensure consistent support.
- Maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment while following safeguarding procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals in a support, care, education, or community setting.
- A caring, patient, and empathetic approach with the ability to understand individual needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm, resilient, and professional when dealing with challenging situations.
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
Why Work with GSL Education?
- Competitive daily rates, paid in line with experience and role requirements.
- Flexible opportunities, including short-term, long-term, and permanent positions.
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Access to relevant training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of educational and support settings.
- A supportive recruitment team committed to helping you find the right role.
If you are passionate about supporting young people and are ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join GSL Education in York.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘Support Worker’ 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.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout York.