Support Worker (Specialist Support Worker)

Advance Your SEN Career | Specialist Support Worker. Location: St Ives, Cambridge (Specialist Day School). Salary: £22,996 - £25,068 (Actual) | £12.87 - £14.03 p/hr. Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only. The Role for the Specialist: Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or SEN Practitioner looking for a setting that matches your expertise? We are seeking a high-calibre professional to join our therapeutic, purpose-built school in St Ives. Supporting students (ages 11-16) with SEMH, Autism, and complex communication difficulties, this is a role for those who understand that "behaviour is communication." You will work within a sophisticated framework of care, helping students who have often been misunderstood in mainstream settings to finally find their feet. Why This Setting is Different: We don't just "manage" students; we provide a holistic, multidisciplinary environment. * Innovative Group Support: Be part of a wider network of SEND excellence across England. Therapeutic Approach: Work alongside specialists to deliver adapted learning activities. Professional Agency: You are a vital part of the classroom's clinical and educational success. A Benefits Package Designed for Professionals: We respect your expertise and support your long-term wellbeing with a comprehensive package. Healthcare for the Household: 24/7 private GP access for you and everyone living with you, plus a UK Health Cash Plan for dental and optical. Financial Security: Enhanced Pension, Life Assurance, and Company Sick Pay. Lifestyle Perks: Significant savings via Perkbox (groceries, utilities, travel) and our Cycle to Work/Car schemes. Professional Growth: Access to advanced SEN training and career progression pathways within the group. Your Expertise: We are looking for a qualified candidate who brings: A deep understanding of SEMH and ASD interventions; The ability to adapt curriculum resources for complex learning needs; A commitment to positive behaviour support and trauma-informed practice.