Job description
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
1. Providing personalised support to pupils with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties
2. Supporting children with Autism, Down Syndrome, physical disabilities, sensory needs, and non‑verbal communication
3. Assisting in the delivery of creative, therapeutic, sensory‑based, and inclusive learning activities
4. Promoting safety, emotional wellbeing, and positive engagement throughout the school day
5. Supporting pupils with daily routines, emotional regulation, communication, and developing independence
6. 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 £ per hour
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must:
7. Have the Right to Work in the UK
8. Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
9. Provide professional references covering the past 24 months, ideally involving work with children or vulnerable individuals
10. Hold a Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care, or have relevant SEN experience
What We Offer
11. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
12. Access to our specialist in‑house Training and Development Team
13. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant with expertise in SEN and complex‑needs settings
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