Support Worker (Children And Young People)

Do you want to empower and inspire SEN learners? Do you want to support learners to achieve great things and give them the tools to have the best life possible now and in the future? Do you seek a fun team where you can work collaboratively to make a difference? If you answered yes then look no further this is the role for you! Location- Near Sevenoaks. Salary- £25308.79- £27180.57k (Based on 44.25 hour's a week). Part time applicants will be considered. This award winning part residential school is a specialist independent provision supporting learners with Autism and SEN needs. This setting is seeking a Support Worker to join the team on a full time basis. This role is needed Monday-Friday or Monday-Sunday and full time employees will work 44.25 hours a week. Part time candidates will be considered and welcomed. This is a term time only role due to being a school and residential setting. Support workers for this setting are expected to work a variety of shifts. Please see the shifts listed below: Shifts: Monday-to-Friday-only (up to 44.25hrs), a combination of: 06.45 to 13.30; 15.45 to 22.00; Long day, split shift option of 06.45 to 13.30 followed by 15.45 to 22.00. Monday-to-Sunday (up to 44.25hrs) , a combination of: 06.45 to 13.30; 15.45 to 22.00; Long day, split shift option of 06.45 to 13.30 followed by 15.45 to 22.00; 12.00 to 22.00; 06.45 to 16.00. This is a children and young people school and residential setting supporting learners between the ages of 5-25 years of age. This setting offers a bright, modern and welcoming setting with facilities and technology that any school/day centre would dream of. All therapies are done on site and every learner is offered an individualised education and care plan. The school and residential setting values are trust, empowerment and building confidence. This setting truly believes in every learner and strives to offer them the best education, life skills, work experience and support possible. Benefits: Free onsite meals; Ready supply of tea, cakes and biscuits in the modern and spacious staff room; On-site training and fully funded qualifications; Bright and spacious classrooms with top of the range resources and technology; Term time only role; Supportive Senior leadership. All applicants for this position must have the following requirements to be considered: Relevant teaching Assistant, childcare or adult care experience (desirable); Experience working or supporting young adults or children with SEN or personal experience with SEN (desirable); Eligibility to work in the UK (Essential). Unfortunately this setting is not able to offer sponsorship. Responsibilities: Supporting young people with daily living skills and encouraging independence; Supporting learners with severe and complex needs; Building positive relationships that help young people feel safe and confident; Encouraging participation in education, hobbies, recreation and community activities; Working closely with teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals and families. How to apply: If this is the opportunity you have been looking for then please do not hesitate to apply today! For more information on this role or other opportunities in your area then please contact Bryony directly on 01293 527416. This role is open to receiving applications over the next week. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.