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 in Newark on Trent 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, providing ample opportunities for professional development and training. With a focus on meaningful engagement and tailored support, we empower our staff to make a real difference in the lives of young people, all within a nurturing environment that values compassion and commitment.
