Job Title: Children Support Worker
Location: Frome, Somerset
Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time
Pay: £90 per day PAYE
About Our School:
Axcis Education are seeking Support Workers who are interested in working with young people within a SEND school in Frome, Somerset, committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment. The successful Support Worker will be responsible for enhancing the academic, social and behavioural development of children with complex and multiple learning disabilities, as well as special educational needs and disabilities. The SEND school promotes providing individualised support so each child can reach their fullest potential.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Children Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with other professionals within the school to deliver high-quality support tailored to the needs of children with a diverse range of challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Provide one-to-one and small group support to children with various learning disabilities and SEND to help meet their educational targets.
2. Work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and specialists to implement individualized education and behaviour plans.
3. Facilitate social skills development through planned activities and play, supporting children in forming positive interactions and friendships.
4. Monitor and track the children’s progress, adapting approaches as necessary, and provide regular feedback to relevant parties.
5. Assist with the development and maintenance of an inclusive classroom environment.
6. Help to promote independence, self-confidence, and resilience in students.
7. Attend meetings and training as required to continuously develop professional knowledge and skills.
8. Actively contribute to maintaining a safe and secure educational setting for all pupils, adhering to safeguarding policies.
Qualifications and Skills:
1. Experience working with children with complex and multiple learning disabilities and SEND is essential.
2. A relevant qualification in childcare, education, or a related field is preferred.
3. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
4. A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to challenging situations.
5. The ability to work effectively as part of a team and under own initiative.
6. Understanding of safeguarding procedures and commitment to the welfare of children.
We Offer:
1. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
2. Opportunities for professional development and training.
3. A competitive salary commensurate with your experience.
4. Flexible working hours for part-time contracts.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter outlining their suitability for the role, experience, and motivation for working with children with special educational needs to grace@axcis.co.uk.
If you are interested, then please contact Grace O'Neill on 0139 294 9022 l Ext: 6009.
If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer £150 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.
This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.
Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.
You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.
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