SEND Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs?
Do you have the resilience, patience, and enthusiasm to be a positive role model for young learners?

A dedicated primary SEND school in Haywards Heath is seeking a SEND Support Worker to join their team. This specialist school caters for primary-aged boys with Autism and ADHD, offering a nurturing, structured, and supportive learning environment tailored to their individual needs.

The Role:

As a SEND Support Worker, you will provide 1:1 support for pupils, helping them engage with learning, regulate their emotions, and build positive relationships. You'll work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and families to ensure consistent, person-centred support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 support for a pupil with Autism and/or ADHD
• Implement personalised strategies to manage behaviour and support engagement
• Foster emotional regulation and social interaction skills
• Be a strong, calm, and positive role model
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider SEND team

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with Autism and/or ADHD (school or care settings)
• A nurturing, patient, and resilient nature
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing

Why Join Us?

• Supportive and specialist team environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Meaningful work that genuinely changes lives

Whether you're experienced in SEND or looking for a new challenge where you can truly make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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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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