Job description
Are you passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs to reach their full potential?
Job Title: SEN Learning Support
Location: Winchester
Salary Range: £13.68 - £14.88 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time
GSL Education are welcoming applications for a committed and compassionate SEN Learning Support to work within a caring school community in Winchester. This role is perfect for those with a nurturing approach who are ready to make a real impact on students' educational journeys.
About the Role:
As an SEN Learning Support, you will support pupils both in and out of the classroom, contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment. This position involves working closely with pupils who present a range of special educational needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech and language difficulties and emotional and behavioural challenges.
Your Role Will Include:
- Providing individualised or small group support to pupils with a range of SEN, including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties
- Supporting pupils in and outside the classroom with their academic, behavioural, and emotional development
- Assisting with personal care and physical support when needed
- Collaborating with teachers, SENCOs, and external agencies to adapt learning materials
- Monitoring and documenting student progress and well-being
- Promoting a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment
Job Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN in an educational or care setting
- Knowledge and understanding of various learning and behavioural needs
- A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and use initiative effectively
- A relevant qualification (e.g., in childcare, support work, or education) is advantageous
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Join GSL Education Today!
- Hourly pay ranging from £13.68 to £14.88, depending on qualifications and experience.
- A genuine commitment to placing individuals in roles where they can truly thrive.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant
- Work within inclusive schools that value every member of staff
If you are enthusiastic about supporting SEN students and want to be part of a school community that makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
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.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools 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.