1533 children support worker jobs found

Job Title: Cover Supervisor Location: Tonypandy RCT Job Description We are seeking dedicated and proactive individuals to join our team as Cover Supervisors across secondary schools in the Rhondda region. This role offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a rewarding industry, supporting pupils in Years 7, 8, and 9, as well as GCSE classes. Candidates with experience working with children, support workers, or voluntary work in education or care sectors are encouraged to apply. Training and development opportunities will be provided to enhance your skills further. As a Cover Supervisor, your responsibilities will include supervising pupils in a safe and engaging manner, ensuring continuity of learning in the absence of teachers. You will work closely with teaching staff and support pupils' individual needs, especially those with special educational needs. A patient, understanding, and team-oriented approach is essential. The ideal candidate will possess a keen...

SEND Tutor (with QTS) Location:West London Hours: 25 hours a week: (Monday-Friday) to be delivered flexibly Pay: £30 per hour We are seeking an experienced and compassionate SEND tutor to support a 12-year-old autistic child with ASD, SEMH needs. This is is a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a child's life by creating a positive and responsive learning environment. You will be working two-to-one with the young person, primarily within an SEN setting based in West London. This role will require some planning and feedback to be delivered to parents and multi disciplinary teams. SEND Tutor Role (with QTS): Based in West London this part time SEND tutor role will involve working with a student delivering and differentiating the bespoke curriculum that will be delivered to the student, alongside a support worker/LSA. It will be essential to ensure the SEND tutor has strong SEN skills and is able to adapt to the students needs on the day. The...

Autism Support Worker - SEN School - Brixton Are you passionate about supporting children with autism and looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? A dynamic and growing SEN school in Brixton is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Worker to join their team and support pupils in a nurturing, well-equipped environment in September 2026. Location: Brixton Pay: £(Apply online only) per day Contract: Full-time When: September 2026 Why This School? Easily accessible location with excellent transport connections Purpose-built facilities tailored for students with special educational needs Small class sizes for more focused, meaningful support A friendly, inclusive, and collaborative school culture Experienced teaching staff in every classroom Competitive Inner London pay rates The Role This is a full-time, long-term position starting after the summer break, with the potential to continue beyond the academic year. As an Autism Support Worker, you'll play a key role...

Affinity Partnerships is recruiting dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools throughout Somerset. We are proud to partner with multiple trusted academy trusts and schools, offering rewarding opportunities to support children and young people in the classroom, including pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). These roles are ideal for individuals with experience in education, care, support work, youth work, or anyone passionate about helping children reach their full potential. Due to increasing demand across our partner schools, we are seeking Teaching Assistants who are confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Key Responsibilities Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 basis and in small groups Assist children with additional learning, behavioural, or communication needs Work...

Job Role: SEND Teaching Assistant. Location: Lightcliffe Academy, Halifax. Contract type: Long Term contract. Start Date: September 2026 or opportunities available ASAP. The Supply Register is proud to be working in partnership with Lightcliffe Academy and is seeking caring, committed, and enthusiastic SEND Teaching Assistants to support students across the school on a long-term basis, with opportunities available immediately and from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and inclusive school environment, working closely with students who require additional support to access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential. Whether you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant or have transferable experience supporting children and young people, we'd love to hear from you. Your Role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will: Support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) both in and out of the classroom. Work...

Specialist Youth Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant Location: East Lancashire Salary: £98.95 - £125.00 per day Job Type: Full-time, Permanent / Long-term Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45 - 15:45 (Term Time) About the Role Are you a resilient individual with a background in youth work, sports coaching, or SEN support? We are looking for a confident Teaching Assistant / Youth Worker to join an Alternative Provision in East Lancashire. You will be supporting children and young people (ages 11-16) who have been excluded from mainstream education. These students often display challenging behaviour and have complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your goal is to provide stability, build trust, and help them engage with their learning in a non-traditional setting. Key Responsibilities De-escalation: Manage and de-escalate challenging situations using professional, calm techniques. Mentorship: Act as a 1:1 mentor to help students navigate their emotions and...

Specialist Youth Mentor / SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Blackpool Salary: £98.89 - £125.00 per day Job Type: Full-time, Permanent / Long-term Contract Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45 - 15:45 (Term Time) About the Role Are you a resilient individual with a background in youth work, sports coaching, or SEN support? We are looking for a confident Teaching Assistant / Youth Worker to join an Alternative Provision in Blackpool. You will be supporting children and young people (ages 11-16) who have been excluded from mainstream education. These students often display challenging behaviour and have complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Your goal is to provide stability, build trust, and help them engage with their learning in a non-traditional setting. Key Responsibilities De-escalation: Manage and de-escalate challenging situations using professional, calm techniques. Mentorship: Act as a 1:1 mentor to help students navigate their emotions and social...

Job Title: SEND Support Worker Area: Rochdale, Greater Manchester Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Pay Rate: £500 - £600 per week (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time About the School: We're partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Rochdale where inclusion isn't just a policy - it's a way of life. This close-knit, nurturing school supports young people aged 11-19 with some of the most complex needs in the borough, offering bespoke learning pathways tailored to each individual. If you believe every young person deserves the right support to thrive, this is your kind of place. About the Role: As a SEND Support Worker, you'll provide hands-on, personalised support to students whose needs require a little more - more patience, more creativity, more consistency. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families, you'll help remove the barriers that stand between a...

Job Title: SEND Support Worker Area: Bury, Greater Manchester Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Daily Rate: £500 - £600 per week (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term time About the School: We're partnering with an outstanding specialist SEND school in Bury where inclusion isn't just a policy - it's a way of life. Guided by the vision of Excellence for All, this school supports young people aged 11-19 with some of the most complex needs in Greater Manchester across five bespoke learning pathways. If you believe every young person deserves the right support to thrive, this is your kind of place. About the Role: As a SEND Support Worker, you'll provide hands-on, personalised support to students whose needs require a little more - more patience, more creativity, more consistency. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and families, you'll help remove the barriers that stand between a young...

Your new company Hays Education is working with a primary school based in Formby, Sefton who are seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to deliver targeted maths intervention support to pupils who need extra help to catch up and build confidence in numeracy. Your new role You'll work with small groups and individual pupils, delivering structured maths interventions and reinforcing key mathematical concepts across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. The school uses White Rose Maths, but they are happy to consider applications from people with experience of supporting various Primary Maths programmes such as (email address removed), Numbers Count or similar evidence-based maths interventions. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in securing this Maths Specialist Teaching Assistant job you will need: Experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school Strong maths skills and confidence supporting numeracy Experience delivering intervention programmes or small...

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs? We are currently recruiting for a caring and resilient Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Hillingdon. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is patient, nurturing and committed to supporting pupils with severe and complex needs to achieve their full potential. The successful Teaching Assistant will work as part of a supportive team, assisting pupils with a range of profound learning difficulties, complex needs and additional requirements. You will play a key role in supporting children both academically and personally, helping them to feel safe, valued and encouraged throughout the school day. The role will include: Supporting pupils with severe and complex SEND needs across the school day. Working closely with class teachers and specialist staff to support learning and development. Supporting pupils with emotional regulation and...

We currently working with a SEND School looking to appoint a caring, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team, working closely with their children and young people with complex special educational needs.   This school caters for children aged 4-11 years old that have severe learning difficulties, complex needs and an additional diagnosis of Autism. Their experience team are committed to providing individualised learning plans and support to best help each child thrive. About the Role as a Teaching Assistant: The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers and a multidisciplinary team to support pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, severe and profound learning difficulties, communication needs, sensory needs and associated behavioural challenges. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing and personal development in a structured, nurturing and inclusive...

Your new company Hays Education is working in partnership with a number of friendly, inclusive primary schools and nursery settings across Bootle and the surrounding Sefton area. These schools are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistants to support children during the most important stages of their development. Whether you're looking for flexible day-to-day work or a long-term/ permanent opportunity, we can help you find a role that fits your skills, experience, and lifestyle. If you're a qualified Early Years Teaching Assistant living in Bootle, and you're passionate about helping children flourish, we'd love to hear from you. Your new role As an Early Years Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting children aged 2-5 years, helping them to develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning. Your day to day duties will include: Supporting class teachers and nursery practitioners with daily activities Promoting children's learning...

PMLD Assistant Islington | September 2026 Start | £500–£550 per week | Full-Time | Term-Time Only Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)? Whether you're a graduate considering a career in education, psychology or therapy, or an experienced support worker looking for your next rewarding opportunity, this PMLD Assistant role offers invaluable hands-on experience within a highly specialist educational setting. GSL Education is working in partnership with an exceptional specialist school in Islington to recruit a dedicated PMLD Assistant for September 2026. The school supports pupils with profound learning difficulties, complex physical disabilities, sensory impairments and additional medical needs, providing personalised education within a nurturing and therapeutic environment. As a PMLD Assistant, you will work closely with experienced teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to...

Are you an experienced SEND teacher assistant looking for long-term role in South London? We’re looking for a passionate SEND Teacher Assistant to join a supportive specialist school in Merton. The school works with primary and secondary pupils with needs including Autism Spectrum Disorder and Speech, language and communication difficulties, with a strong focus on helping each child feel safe, included, and confident. This school provides a highly supportive and nurturing place to learn and they pride themselves around the positive and inspiring atmosphere their dedicated staff create for the children.   Responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant at this school: Support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. Help adapt classwork so it suits each child’s individual needs. Support daily routines, sensory activities, and interventions. Encourage positive behaviour and social confidence. Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.  What we’re looking for: Previous experience...

As a Learning Mentor, you will provide tailored 1:1 support to pupils, helping them overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and improve engagement and attainment. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Learning Mentor, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or Support Worker who is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential. Many of the pupils you will work with may have been out of education for some time or require additional support due to SEND, SEMH, or other learning needs. Your role will be to develop positive relationships, encourage participation in learning, and help establish routines that promote educational progress and personal development. Prospero Teaching will work closely with you to monitor each pupil's progress and provide ongoing support throughout your placement. Contract/Position Details: Location - Within the community or educational settings in Wolverhampton Position - Learning Mentor Type of work - Contract...

SEND Learning Support Tutor - Hayes & Surrounding Areas Location: Uxbridge and surrounding areas Job Type: Flexible, Part-Time Opportunities Available Quantum Scholars is working in partnership with Hillingdon Council to recruit experienced and compassionate SEND Learning Support Tutors to provide personalised 1:1 support to children and young people across Uxbridge and the surrounding areas. As an approved Alternative Provision provider, we support learners who are currently unable to access mainstream education due to a range of additional needs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by providing tailored, face-to-face learning and support that helps young people rebuild confidence, re-engage with education and work towards positive outcomes. Sessions are typically delivered in the learner's home or an appropriate community setting during school hours, offering a more flexible and individualised approach to education. About the Learners You will...

Teaching Assistant Pay Scale: £100 - £120 per day Contract: Supply / temporary Start Date: 04 September 2026 Location: Harrogate Secondary Education Career Teachers is working with secondary schools in the Harrogate area to recruit reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for supply and temporary roles from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them access learning in a positive, inclusive school environment. About the role: As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils across the secondary curriculum, working under the direction of teaching staff to help learners stay engaged, confident and on task. You may support pupils in class, work with individuals or small groups, assist with learning activities and help maintain a calm and purposeful classroom environment. About You: You will be patient, proactive and professional, with strong communication skills and a genuine interest...

SEND Learning Support Assistant - Year 6 EOTAS Provision Location: Wokingham, Berkshire Hours: 10 hours per week (days and timings flexible) Contract: Part-Time | Long-Term - Ongoing for the full academic year Start Date: September 2026 Quantum Scholars are currently recruiting for an experienced and compassionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to provide 1:1 support to a Year 6 pupil who is accessing an Education Otherwise Than at School (EOTAS) provision. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced education professional who is passionate about supporting young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and helping them to engage with learning in a safe, supportive and personalised environment. About the Role This is not a school-based position. The successful candidate will work directly with the pupil within their home environment, providing consistent 1:1 support as part of their personalised EOTAS programme. You will work closely with the...

Teaching Assistant - SEND Support in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire Five Education are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join in Thornbury, South Gloucester. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities. Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism, and confidence in managing challenging behaviour are essential. The successful candidate will be resilient, empathetic, and committed to helping every student thrive both academically and personally. Key Responsibilities: Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support in line with individual learning needs and EHCP targets. Adapt learning materials and classroom approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and developmental needs. Support students in developing communication skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence....