SEN Residential Support Worker (Term Time Only)

We are seeking a dedicated and professional Support Worker to join an award-winning, independent residential school specialising in Autism and SEN support. This role is essential for our residential and educational setting, where we strive to provide individualised care and education for learners aged 5-25.

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support to young people with severe and complex needs, focusing on daily living skills and personal independence.
• Build and maintain positive, trust-based relationships to ensure a safe and confident environment for all learners.
• Facilitate participation in educational, recreational, and community-based activities.
• Collaborate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team, including teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals, and family members.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Teaching Assistant, childcare, or adult care roles is highly desirable.
• Proven experience or personal background in supporting young adults or children with SEN is preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is mandatory. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £25,308.79 - £27,180.57 per annum (based on a 44.25-hour week; part-time applicants are welcome).
• Term time only working structure within a modern, well-equipped facility.
• Comprehensive on-site training and access to fully funded qualifications.
• Complimentary on-site meals and staff facilities.
• Supportive senior leadership and a professional, collaborative team environment.

If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: [email removed]

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),BTEC certificate in children,CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,DET/DTTLS,early childhood studies degree,Finance/accounting diploma,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,HR CIPD,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 2 in children,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4,PGCE,PGCE,PGDE (Scotland),PTLLS,QTLS,QTS,SBM (school business manager) qualification,Schools direct,SCITT

education

high school,college