Inspire students as an Educational Support Worker in Weymouth!
Job Title: Educational Support Worker
Location: Weymouth
Salary: £13.68 – £16.12 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time
Are you a patient, supportive, and reliable individual looking to help students overcome barriers to learning? GSL Education are seeking a committed Educational Support Worker to join a friendly and inclusive school community in Weymouth.
As an Educational Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping students engage positively with their learning, develop confidence, and feel supported throughout the school day. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in classroom support, SEN settings, pastoral work, youth work, or similar environments.
Responsibilities
* Support pupils in the classroom with learning tasks as directed by teachers.
* Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students stay focused and motivated.
* Assist pupils with emotional, behavioural, or social needs when required.
* Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
* Encourage independence, confidence, and participation in school activities.
* Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to meet individual student needs.
Requirements
* Previous experience in education, support work, SEN support, childcare, or youth work.
* Calm, empathetic, and dedicated to helping young learners succeed.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
* Able to follow safeguarding, behaviour, and school support procedures.
* CACHE Level 2/3, NVQ Level 2/3 in Childcare or Teaching Assistance, or relevant experience desirable.
If you’re a caring and motivated individual ready to support young learners in a meaningful way, apply today to become an Educational Support Worker in Weymouth with GSL Education!
To work with GSL Education as an Educational Support Worker, you should:
* Have the right to work in the UK.
* Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
* Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to register your interest in the "Educational Support Worker" role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
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