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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