At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide one-to-one support for students with SEN, including emotional regulation and communication.
- Company: Join a specialist SEN provision in Brentford dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people.
- Benefits: Enjoy ongoing training, professional development, and long-term career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Position available Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, with a competitive daily rate.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in the lives of children aged 8-16 with additional learning needs.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN, ASD, ADHD, or SEMH is required; enhanced DBS preferred.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Location: Brentford
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate / Depending on Experience
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Support Worker to join a specialist SEN provision in Brentford, supporting children and young people aged 8-16 with Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH and additional learning needs. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting vulnerable young people and helping them achieve positive educational, emotional and social outcomes within a structured, safe and nurturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEN including ASD, ADHD and autism.
- Support students with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction.
- Assist students both inside and outside of the classroom to encourage engagement and participation.
- Implement behaviour support strategies and de-escalation techniques where required.
- Support teachers and SEN staff with classroom activities and differentiated learning.
- Build positive and trusting relationships with students to promote confidence, wellbeing and independence.
- Monitor student progress, behaviour and wellbeing and report concerns appropriately.
- Support safeguarding procedures and follow all school policies and guidelines.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, pastoral staff and parents/carers.
- Promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN, ASD, ADHD or SEMH needs.
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
- Calm, patient and resilient approach.
- Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Experience within schools, youth work, care or alternative provisions is desirable.
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service preferred.
What We Offer:
- Supportive and welcoming SEN environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Long-term opportunities and career progression.
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's lives.
Support Worker in Brentford employer: Remedy Recruitment Group
This supportive SEN environment in Brentford offers ongoing training and career progression. The team is dedicated to fostering positive educational outcomes for children with special needs. Join us to make a real impact on young people's lives.
