Student Support Worker

Student Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs?
Prospero Teaching is recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Poole for a dedicated and enthusiastic Student Support Worker. This is a rewarding opportunity to join a team committed to supporting students with disabilities in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

About the School:

This specialist school caters for children and young people with a range of disabilities, focusing on creating a learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential and prepare for fulfilling futures.
The school is part of a wider organisation committed to staff development, wellbeing, and professional growth. Full training will be provided to ensure you feel confident and supported in your role.

Contract Details:

• Location: Poole, Dorset
• Position: Education Support Worker
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Temp to Perm
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week
• Pay: From £14.96 per hour
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students throughout the school day in a range of subjects and activities, including Reading, Maths, ICT, PE, Swimming, Dance, Drama, Food Tech, and Music
• Promote and reinforce students’ self-esteem, independence, and social development
• Communicate effectively with students using their preferred methods of communication
• Provide direct care to students in line with agreed standards
• Assist with setting up and tidying classrooms before and after lessons
• Build positive, professional relationships with students and colleagues
• Support students in their physical, emotional, and educational development
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people (preferably with additional needs)
• A positive, caring, and adaptable attitude
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to undertake training and development
• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced child-only DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one
• Ability to provide two professional references

What We Offer:

• A meaningful role supporting young people with additional needs
• Competitive hourly pay
• Temp-to-perm opportunities
• Full induction and ongoing training
• Free CPD courses (e.g. Safeguarding, Behaviour Management)
• Support from Prospero Teachings Training & Development Team

Apply Now:

If you are ready to begin a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register with Prospero Teaching and complete relevant vetting checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Proud to be listed in the Times as one of ‘The Best Companies To Work For’, Prospero Teaching is an innovative and forward-thinking recruitment agency. With over two decades of experience, our education consultants work hard to find you the most suitable role, from a wide range of teaching jobs across the UK, in thousands of excellent schools, academies, and nurseries. We are an APSCO-audited education agency, and our awards for excellence demonstrate our commitment to high-quality service and best practice.