Job description
SEN LEARNING SUPPORT BUDDY
Start: ASAP | Full‑time | £14+ per hour | Temp‑to‑Perm Opportunities
A specialist school in Totton is looking for caring, patient, and resilient SEN Learning Support Buddies to join their team. You’ll be supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties, many of whom also have Autism, Down Syndrome, sensory needs, physical disabilities, or significant communication challenges.
This is a deeply rewarding role where you’ll help pupils feel safe, understood, and able to thrive. The school offers exceptional training, a nurturing environment, and clear pathways into permanent employment for those who show commitment, reliability, and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships.
🌟 What You’ll Be Doing
1. Providing personalised, consistent support to pupils with complex learning needs
2. Supporting children with Autism, Down Syndrome, sensory needs, physical disabilities, and non‑verbal communication
3. Helping deliver creative, therapeutic, sensory‑based, and inclusive learning activities
4. Promoting emotional wellbeing, safety, and positive engagement throughout the school day
5. Assisting with daily routines, communication, emotional regulation, and developing independence
6. Using clear, consistent communication to build strong relationships with pupils, staff, and families
📍Role Details
7. Location: Totton
8. Position: SEN Learning Support Buddy
9. Start Date: ASAP
10. Contract: Full‑time, temp‑to‑perm routes available
11. Hours: 08:45 – 15:20
12. Pay: From £14 per hour
✔️ What You Need
13. Right to Work in the UK
14. Enhanced Child Barred List DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
15. Professional references covering the last 24 months, ideally involving children or vulnerable individuals
16. Level 2/3 qualification in childcare, education, health & social care or relevant SEN experience
🎓 What You’ll Receive
17. Free accredited CPD, including safeguarding, behaviour management, and de‑escalation
18. Access to a specialist in‑house Training & Development Team
19. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant experienced in SEN and complex‑needs settings
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