Role Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated academic support to students aged 16-19 in a specialist secondary school for learners with special educational needs.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to deliver differentiated lessons that are accessible and meaningful for all students.
• Support students with a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and moderate to complex learning difficulties.
• Assist pupils with preparing for adulthood, including support with life skills, employability, and functional literacy and numeracy.
• Use visual aids, structured routines, and communication systems (e.g., PECS, Makaton) to enhance engagement and independence.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where learners can build confidence and self-esteem.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in care, support work or similar
• Familiarity with SEND needs and support
• Ability to motivate and engage pupils through personalised strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong resilience and adaptability in handling challenging behaviours.

Apply now to be considered!

Application Requirements:
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
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 14.3% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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

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