support worker (children)

Thrive in a Supportive Environment: Join This Team of Dedicated Support Workers

Are you seeking a rewarding career in SEN education and passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people?

This vibrant and inclusive school in Worthing is seeking dedicated and caring Support Workers (Teaching Assistants) to join their team!

Here's what makes this opportunity so special:

• Meaningful Work: Help students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities thrive and reach their full potential.
• Supportive Environment: Enjoy working in a happy, positive, and vibrant environment where you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to providing the best possible support for our students.
• Opportunities for Growth: Benefit from fully funded professional development opportunities, including a range of courses to further your skills and knowledge.
• Flexible Working: We offer a flexible schedule to suit your needs, with term-time only contracts and a choice of working hours.

What You'll Do:

• Be a Champion for Students: Work alongside teachers to create a stimulating learning environment and provide individual support to students.
• Contribute to a Positive Learning Culture: Help create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where every student feels valued and empowered.
• Promote Student Well-being: Ensure that students feel safe, nurtured, and confident in their learning journey.

What's On Offer:

• Competitive Pay: £18,760.00 -£19,057.41 actual salary
• Excellent Benefits:

* Term-time only working
* An attractive and well-resourced school
* Opportunities for professional development
* Enrolment onto our company pension scheme

Who They're Looking For:

• You'll have a genuine passion for working with children with special needs and a desire to make a difference in their lives.
• You'll be a team player, working well with others and sharing ideas.
• You'll be eager to learn new skills and develop your knowledge to best support the students you work with.
• Essential Requirements:

* Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
* Have the ability to follow all safeguarding policies and procedures.
* Be caring and understanding of children's needs.
* Have high expectations of children's attainment and behaviour.
* Be very well organised & efficient.
* Be open to advice, feedback and guidance from colleagues.
* Be able to work as part of a team.
* Have experience of directly working with children with SEN.
* Have at least NVQ level 3 or equivalent.

Ready to join this team and make a positive impact?

If this sounds like a role that you can do please contact me today on 01293 527416 or email me on claire.watson@randstad.co.uk for a chat about the role.