Job Title: Special Needs Care Worker
Location: Poole
Salary: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start date: Immediate
Contract type: Full Time/Part-time
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting people with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities?
GSL Education are excited to invite a dedicated and compassionate Special Needs Care Worker to join a supportive and inclusive school in Poole!
About the role:
As a Special Needs Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and tailored support to individuals with a range of special needs. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support teams, you will ensure that each person receives the physical, emotional, and educational assistance they need to thrive.
Responsibilities of the Special Needs Care Worker:
* Assisting individuals with personal care, mobility, and daily living tasks.
* Providing one-on-one and group support to promote independence and engagement.
* Implementing individual care and education plans in collaboration with professionals.
* Supporting communication and social development through therapeutic and interactive activities.
* Assisting in behaviour management and emotional regulation strategies.
* Ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all individuals.
* Monitoring progress and reporting to SEN coordinators, families, and healthcare teams.
Requirements of the Special Needs Care Worker:
* Previous experience in SEN care, healthcare, or support work (desirable but not essential).
* A compassionate and patient approach when working with individuals with additional needs.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with professionals and families.
* Basic knowledge of safeguarding and health & safety procedures (training can be provided).
* Relevant qualifications in care, SEN support, or education (desirable but not essential).
* The ability to adapt to different care needs and learning environments.
* Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).
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* Competitive hourly pay of £13.68 - £16.12 per hour, depending on experience.
* Opportunity to work in a supportive and inclusive educational setting.
* Full-time and part-time options available to suit your schedule.
* Dedicated support from a GSL consultant throughout your placement.
If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Special Needs Care Worker ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Poole!
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Special Needs Care Worker’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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