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Position: SEN Education Support Worker
Location: Near Okehampton
School: Special Needs School
Start Date: 01/09/26
Contract: Full-time or part-time, short-term or long-term
About the School:
Timeplan Education are working with a special needs school near Okehampton that deliver a nurturing and therapeutic environment dedicated to providing support for secondary age pupils with special educational needs. They are a fairly new provision committed to offering a holistic approach to education, focusing on the individual needs of each student. Their aim is to create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed.
Job Description:
We are seeking experienced and resilient SEN Teaching Assistants/Education Support Workers to join their dedicated team. The successful candidates will work on a 1-1 and small group basis, providing emotional and behavioural support, mentoring, and safeguarding both in and out of the classroom. A significant aspect of the role will involve supporting pupils in outdoor education activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 1-1 and small group support to secondary age pupils with complex trauma needs, challenging behaviour, ASD, and ADHD.
Offer emotional and behavioural support, mentoring, and safeguarding in and out of the classroom.
Assist in planning and delivering outdoor education activities to support pupils' holistic development.
Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
Monitor and track student progress, providing feedback and support as required.
Maintain accurate records and reports on student behaviour and progress.
Requirements:
Previous experience working with young people with complex trauma needs, challenging behaviour, ASD, and ADHD.
Passion and flexibility for working in and outside of the classroom.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
Proactive approach to problem-solving and supporting students' individual needs.
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support or education (desirable but not essential).
Benefits:
Competitive pay: 90 to 95 per day.
Supportive work environment committed to professional development.
Opportunity for long-term employment with the potential to transition into a permanent role.
Chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs.
Application Process:
If you are an experienced SEN Support Worker with a passion for supporting young people with complex needs, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position
Hours: 8.20am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, on a term-time basis.
Empowering Learning Ltd. (Timeplan Education) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Empowering Learning Ltd is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.
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