Job Description

Child Support Worker

Bring your care experience into the classroom and support children with complex needs to thrive.

Summary

This Child Support Worker role offers a meaningful opportunity to work with pupils who have profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), autism, and non-verbal communication needs. Based in a school with a nurturing ethos, you'll be part of a dedicated team helping children access learning, develop independence, and experience joy in their day-to-day lives.

What to Expect

As a Child Support Worker, you'll play a key role in supporting pupils with complex needs. You'll assist with classroom activities, deliver targeted support, and help pupils feel safe, understood, and engaged.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with PMLD, autism, and sensory or communication needs Assisting with routines, including mobility and personal care, in a respectful and dignified way Working closely with teachers and therapists to implement individual learning and care plans Promoting independence, choice, and emotional wellbeing Creating a calm, positive learning environment tailored to each pupil's needs

Who You Are

This role is ideal for those with a background in care, support work, or health and social care who are looking to transition into an education setting.

You'll need to:

Have experience supporting children or adults with disabilities, especially PMLD, autism, or non-verbal needs Hold a relevant qualification in care, health and social care, social work, or a related field Be patient, reliable, and genuinely committed to helping vulnerable children thrive Work well as part of a team and follow guidance from education and healthcare professionals Be confident, compassionate, and adaptable in a busy school environment

The School

You'll be joining a welcoming school where pupils are supported through highly individualised teaching, therapy, and care. The staff are passionate about inclusion and work closely with families and external professionals to help every child reach their potential, no matter their starting point.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8.30am-3.30pm
Full-time and part-time applicants welcome

The Benefits

Competitive pay A consistent, daytime schedule with no weekend or evening work A supportive team of experienced professionals A rewarding route into education for those from care or health support roles

Make a Lasting Impact

If you're looking to bring your support work experience into a school environment where you can make a real difference, apply today for this Child Support Worker role.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 14.00-16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking Transport links
Work Location: In person