SEN Educational Support Worker

Prospero Teaching is seeking passionate, patient, and resilient SEN Educational Support Workers to join a specialist school in Totton, supporting children and young people aged 2-19 years with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties. Many pupils also have co‑existing conditions such as Autism, Down Syndrome, sensory needs, physical disabilities, and significant communication challenges.

This highly specialist setting offers a deeply rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils who require consistent, personalised, and holistic support. The school provides exceptional training, a nurturing environment, and temp‑to‑perm pathways for candidates who demonstrate commitment, reliability, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils.

Key Responsibilities

Providing personalised support to pupils with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties
Supporting children with Autism, Down Syndrome, physical disabilities, sensory needs, and non‑verbal communication
Assisting in the delivery of creative, therapeutic, sensory‑based, and inclusive learning activities
Promoting safety, emotional wellbeing, and positive engagement throughout the school day
Supporting pupils with daily routines, emotional regulation, communication, and developing independence
Using clear, consistent communication to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families

Contract Details

Location:

Totton

Position: SEN Educational Support Worker

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract Type:
Full‑time, with temp‑to‑perm pathways available

Working Hours:

08:30 - 15:30

Pay Rate:
From £13.96 per hour

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

Have the Right to Work in the UK
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
Provide professional references covering the past 24 months, ideally involving work with children or vulnerable individuals
Hold a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care, or have relevant SEN experience

What We Offer

Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
Access to our specialist in‑house Training and Development Team
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with expertise in SEN and complex‑needs settings

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