Support Worker

Support Worker – Specialist Education Setting

Location: Totton, Hampshire
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Working pattern: 5 days per week (Monday–Friday)

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to work within a specialist education provision in Totton. This setting supports young people aged 11–19 with additional needs, including autism and associated complex needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives and has previous experience in a similar role.

The Role:

• Supporting students with autism and additional needs in a classroom setting

• Assisting with learning activities and differentiated tasks

• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional regulation

• Supporting communication, social development and independence skills

• Working closely with teaching staff and therapists to meet individual EHCP targets

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant (LSA), or in a similar support-based role

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs (desirable)

• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (mandatory)

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of £13.75 per hour

• Full-time position (5 days per week)

• Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel

• Opportunity to work in a specialist, supportive educational environment

If you are an experienced support professional looking for your next opportunity in Totton, we would love to hear from you.

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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We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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