Inclusion Support Worker

We are seeking dedicated, compassionate and resilient Inclusion Support Workers to support children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) across specialist schools and alternative provisions.

You will work with pupils who may have additional needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), learning difficulties and challenging behaviour. Your role will be to provide tailored support, promote positive behaviour and help pupils engage with education in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment.

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, social skills and positive behaviour.
• Implement individual support plans, behaviour strategies and risk assessments.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to encourage engagement and independence.
• Assist teachers and other staff in delivering accessible and engaging learning activities.
• Support pupils who may experience barriers to education, including anxiety, disengagement or behavioural difficulties.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, pastoral teams and other professionals.
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory. (We can help advise on this.)

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN, SEMH or behavioural needs is desirable.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence managing challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable pupils and improving educational outcomes.
• A flexible and proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to different school environments.

• Market leading Education Recruitment company covering the West Yorkshire area.
• Over 80 different CPD online training courses available to all our supply, long term and permanent staff members.
• A range of different work avenues across SEN, Primary, Secondary and Early Years.
• An experienced consultant available at all times to help with any queries, questions or support in your next career steps!

For further information, please contact

Hannah Gartshore - hga

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'