Education Support Worker – Special School
Location: Totnes & Newton Abbot, South Devon
Salary: £25,410 per annum
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 4:45pm
About the Role:
Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs?
Our client, a mixed, day special school based across two sites in Totnes (West Yarner) and Newton Abbot (Seale Hayne Business Centre), is looking for a dedicated Education Support Worker to join their growing team. The school provides education for up to 40 pupils aged 7–16, offering small group and individualised learning tailored to each pupil’s EHCP and unique needs.
This role will primarily be based at the Seale Hayne site with the expectation to work across both school sites and support pupils on outreach, so access to your own vehicle is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individualised support and supervision for pupils aged 7–16
Deliver parts of learning or intervention programmes under guidance
Support students 1:1 and in small groups to meet their academic, social, emotional and behavioural needs
Plan and deliver targeted intervention sessions both on and off site
Ideal Candidate:
Experience working with children and young people
Strong interest in supporting learners with SEN
Commitment to positive behaviour management and student wellbeing
Good general education, including GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Why Join Our Client’s School?
Work as part of a committed and supportive team
Play a key role in helping pupils who are often educationally overlooked
Gain experience in a unique and therapeutic educational setting
Contribute to a school with a strong focus on emotional and social development
Company Benefits Include:
Pension scheme
Retailer discounts
Online GP access
Employee wellbeing programme
Please Note: Our client does not offer sponsorship.
Apply Now:
To apply, please send a copy of your up-to-date CV to ali.aslam@permanentworkforceresourcing.com
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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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