Job description
Job Title: SEN Learning Support
Location: Southampton
Salary: £13.68 to £14.88 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day-to-day/Long Term, Full-Time/Part-Time
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?
GSL Education are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate SEN Learning Support staff for schools in Southampton.
As a SEN Learning Support, you will play an essential role in supporting students with a variety of special educational needs, such as Autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties. Whether you're working one-to-one or with small groups, your contribution will help foster an inclusive and nurturing classroom environment where students can thrive.
What you have to do as a SEN Learning Support:
- Offer tailored support to students with special educational needs in one-to-one and small group settings.
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and targeted learning strategies.
- Promote student independence, academic engagement, and positive behaviour in the classroom.
- Support students with personal care and mobility needs when necessary.
- Collaborate effectively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals to ensure each student's needs are met.
- Track and report student progress to contribute to ongoing development and interventions.
- Foster a supportive, inclusive, and safe learning environment for all students.
What we need from SEN Learning Support:
- Relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 or NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance.
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN as a SEN Learning Support in an educational or care setting.
- A degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
- A compassionate, patient, and proactive approach to working with students with additional needs.
- An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.
Why Join GSL Education?
- Competitive pay rates based on your experience and qualifications.
- Flexible working arrangements to fit your availability.
- Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive consultants who are committed to finding the perfect role for you.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and 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.
As an ethical, independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the SEN Learning Support 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.