About the role:
Justteachers is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Support Worker to join a supportive and inclusive setting in the Leeds area on a long-term basis. This full-time position is due to start in September, with shortlisting currently underway. The setting is committed to providing a safe, nurturing and engaging environment where children and young people with additional needs can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
• Providing one-to-one and small group support to children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
• Supporting individuals with communication, social, emotional and developmental needs
• Promoting independence, confidence and positive engagement in learning and daily activities
• Working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, families and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for service users
Pre-requisites:
• Relevant qualifications in education, childcare, health and social care, youth work or support work
• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
• A good understanding of additional needs, including autism, ADHD and learning difficulties
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient and caring approach
• Two professional references, ideally from education, care or support-based settings
PLEASE APPLY BELOW, OR CALL US NOW ON 01274 905 440
Justteachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS including a children’s barred list check and where applicable a vulnerable adults barred list check is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days, you can though still apply to be considered for similar roles that we have available.
Justteachers is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success and are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of the schools we support. We will ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are fair and conducted on the basis of merit, qualifications and abilities, against objective criteria. Policies ensure fair treatment, encourage diverse representation, support flexible working, and foster an inclusive environment free from harassment, with compliance often mandated by employment legislation. There shall be no discrimination against candidates because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
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