SEND Support Worker

Manchester

Brook Street Social Care are now working with clients who specialise in supporting SEND children in education settings.

This includes working with children 1:1 or in small groups, following their individual education plans (IEPs), and making the classroom a safe, welcoming, and engaging place to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

- Help children with their learning and development as directed by the teacher and SENCo.

- Work with individual pupils or small groups to support their learning.

- Encourage pupils to join in with activities and build their confidence.

- Assist with pupils' physical or personal care needs (e.g., toileting, feeding).

- Build and maintain good relationships with parents and carers.

- Take part in school events, trips, and extracurricular activities.

- Follow school rules and policies, especially those about child safety and confidentiality

- Take part in training and professional development.

Qualifications:

- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

- Relevant qualifications in education or SEND

Skills and Abilities:

- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents/carers.

- Patience, empathy, and resilience.

- Competence in using educational technology and resources.

- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.