1:1 SEN Support Worker - Creative Graduate Opportunity
Specialist School | South Bristol | Full-Time | Immediate Start Available
Are you a graduate in English, History, Art, Creative Writing, Drama, Humanities, or a related subject looking to make a real difference?
A specialist school in South Bristol is seeking a creative, patient, and adaptable 1:1 SEN Support Worker to support pupils with additional learning needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, and communication difficulties.
This role is ideal for graduates who are naturally creative thinkers and can build engaging relationships with young people. Many of our most successful support staff come from humanities and creative backgrounds, bringing fresh ideas, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt learning to meet individual needs.
The Role
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support to pupils with special educational needs
- Building positive, trusting relationships that support confidence and engagement
- Using creativity to make learning accessible and enjoyable
- Supporting pupils both in and outside the classroom
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff
- Encouraging emotional regulation, independence, and social development
We're Looking For
- Graduates in English, History, Art, Drama, Creative Writing, Humanities, Journalism, Media, or similar subjects
- Individuals with strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals is desirable but not essential
- An interest in education, psychology, SEN, mental health, social work, or youth work
Why Creative Graduates Thrive in This Role
Creative graduates often bring:
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- Strong communication and storytelling abilities
- Innovative approaches to problem-solving
- The ability to think outside the box when supporting individual learning needs
- Confidence adapting activities to engage pupils with different interests and abilities
What You'll Gain
- Valuable experience within a specialist SEN setting
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Experience working alongside experienced SEN professionals and therapists
- A fantastic stepping stone into teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, counselling, social work, or youth work
If you're looking for a meaningful role where your creativity can genuinely impact a young person's education and wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this rewarding opportunity in South Bristol.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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