Support Worker

Job title:

Support Worker

Company:

GSL Education

Job description

Support Worker
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £83 – £100 per dayContract Type: Full TimeAre you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Are you looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career where every day is a new opportunity to inspire and support young learners? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!GSL Education are seeking a number of Support Workers to work at our Client School in York starting as soon as possible. If you are currently a Support Worker, with an interest of working in the education sector, this job may be for you.Support Worker Responsibilities:

• Assist students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, learning difficulties, speech, language, and communication needs and social, emotional, and mental health needs on 1:1 small groups basis.
• Work closely with teachers and SEN coordinators to implement and monitor individualized education plans.
• Working with the class teachers to develop sensory, speech, language, and communication needs.
• Provide physical support where necessary, including assistance with mobility, personal care, and feeding.
• Implement positive behavior strategies and interventions to manage and support students’ behavior.

Support Worker Requirements:

• Hold a Level 2 qualification or higher, such as an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• Have at least 6 months experience supporting children or young people with additional needs in a care of school setting.
• Be a strong and engaging communicator.
• Be compassionate, caring, and have a genuine desire to help young people overcome their barriers.
• Hold a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.For more information, or to apply for the role of Support Worker in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.

Expected salary

£83 – 100 per day

Location

York

Job date

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:26:45 GMT

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