Education Support Worker

Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Kidderminster
Contract: 5 days - Mondays to Fridays

Aspire People are seeking compassionate, skilled, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join our team. These positions are temporary to permanent, offering a clear pathway to a long-term role for the right candidates.

The successful applicants will support children and young people with a wide range of needs, including trauma-related behaviour, SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health), autism, anxiety, and personal care requirements. We are looking for individuals with thick skin, patience, and resilience, who are committed to building strong, long-term relationships with our children and growing within our team.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality, personalised support for pupils with additional needs.
Assist with daily personal care, including hygiene, feeding, and mobility support.
Support pupils in managing trauma-related and challenging behaviours.
Implement strategies outlined in individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour plans.
Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and other staff to create a safe and nurturing environment.
Observe, record, and report on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Proven experience supporting children with SEMH, autism, anxiety, and trauma-related behaviours.
Comfortable and confident in providing personal care professionally and sensitively.
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Patience, empathy, and resilience, with the ability to stay calm in challenging situations.
Relevant qualifications or experience in SEN education, childcare, or support work.
Full, clean driving licence and ability to travel as required.

We Offer:

Supportive and inclusive team environment.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Rewarding role making a real difference in children''s lives.
Clear pathway from temporary to permanent employment for the right candidates.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.