At a Glance
- Tasks: Support post-16 learners with special educational needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Inclusive educational setting in Newark-on-Trent focused on personalised learning.
- Benefits: Full-time role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering learners for adulthood.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your own skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND or similar educational settings is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
About the role: We are seeking a committed and compassionate SEND Specialist to support post‑16 learners within a welcoming and inclusive setting in Newark‑on‑Trent. This role involves working with young people with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities, supporting them as they develop independence, life skills, confidence, and readiness for adulthood. The setting provides a structured, supportive environment focused on personalised learning, functional skills, and preparation for further education, employment, or independent living. This is a full‑time position, available to start as soon as possible with the view on continuing into the new academic year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support young people with SEND to access a differentiated and meaningful post‑16 curriculum, including academic learning, functional skills, and life skills.
- Work closely with teaching staff to break down tasks, scaffold learning, and adapt activities to suit individual abilities and learning styles.
- Reinforce key concepts to enable learners to build understanding, confidence, and independence in their learning.
- Use a range of structured support strategies, such as visual aids, modelling, clear instructions, and practical, hands‑on activities.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement by providing calm, consistent support and encouraging learners to develop self‑management skills.
- Support learners in developing independence, communication, and social skills, in line with post‑16 outcomes and personal goals.
Pre‑requisites:
- Experience supporting older students or young people, ideally within post‑16, SEND, care, or similar educational settings.
- A good understanding of special educational needs and disabilities and how to adapt support to help learners access education and develop life skills.
- Confidence in using a variety of teaching and support approaches, including modelling tasks, reinforcing learning, and supporting engagement.
- Relevant qualifications or experience such as Teaching Assistant, Learning Support, Youth Work, Care, or SEND‑related roles, or equivalent practical experience.
Communications Assistant - Newark employer: Just Teachers Ltd
Join a dedicated team in Newark-on-Trent that prioritises inclusivity and personal growth for post-16 learners with special educational needs and disabilities. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, offering employees opportunities for professional development and meaningful engagement in shaping the lives of young people. With a focus on personalised learning and life skills, we provide a rewarding environment where your contributions truly make a difference.
