Job Description

Disability Support Worker - Classroom Based Role

Summary

Are you passionate about supporting individuals with complex needs? This long-term, classroom-based role in a Carlisle specialist school offers a meaningful opportunity to work with pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and non-verbal communication needs -- all within a dedicated and supportive team.

The Role

As a Disability Support Worker in the classroom, you'll play a vital part in the daily lives of pupils -- helping them access learning, communicate effectively, and build confidence. You'll assist with lesson participation, implement individual learning and care plans, and support personal care routines. Your role will also involve promoting independence and creating a respectful, consistent environment where every pupil feels safe and supported.

What We're Looking For

This role is ideal for someone with a background in care, health and social care, or a similar field who is looking to transition into education. You will need:

Experience supporting individuals with PMLD, ASD or non-verbal communication needs A relevant qualification in care, health and social care, or a related subject A calm, compassionate approach and strong communication skills Confidence supporting personal care with dignity and sensitivity A team-focused attitude and a genuine commitment to inclusive education

The School

This Carlisle-based specialist school has a strong emphasis on nurturing the whole child. The staff work collaboratively to ensure every pupil receives the care, consistency and encouragement they need to thrive. The setting is well-resourced, with a thoughtful approach to both academic and personal development.

Hours

8.30?am to 3.30?pm, Monday to Friday. Open to both full-time and part-time applicants.

The Benefits

Competitive pay, regular daytime hours, and the chance to be part of a values-driven team making a real difference in children's lives. This is a long-term temporary role with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Next Steps

If you're ready to bring your experience into a rewarding classroom setting, we'd love to hear from you.

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: 91.00-105.00 per day

Benefits:

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