2252 school support worker jobs found

Are you a SEN Teaching Assistant looking to take your next step into the education sector? This position is ideal for anyone considering a future career in education and training, psychology, youth work, or teaching. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced SEN practitioner, you'll gain valuable practical experience in a supportive and rewarding setting. Position: School Support Worker Location: Bedford Pay: £480-£500 per week Hours: Full-time, 8:30am-3:30pm Sector: Education and Training This School Support Worker role in Bedford could be the perfect opportunity to begin your career supporting young people with special educational needs. As a School Support Worker in Bedford, you'll work closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral staff to help students overcome barriers to learning and thrive both academically and personally. This role offers excellent hands-on experience within education and training, while allowing you to make a meaningful difference to...

Ready for a Change? From Care & Support Work to Supporting Children with Learning Difficulties Are you currently working in care or support work and feeling exhausted, undervalued, or stuck in a cycle of long shifts and constant pressure? Do you still care deeply about helping people — but want a role that feels more rewarding, structured, and hopeful? We’re looking for caring, patient, and resilient people from the care industry to join our SEN School in Chelmsford as a Learning Support Assistant. Why This Role Might Be Exactly What You’re Looking For If you’ve worked in care, you already have the skills that matter most: Compassion and patience Experience supporting people with additional needs Emotional resilience A calm, reassuring presence during challenging moments The difference? Here, you’ll be supporting children with learning difficulties in a school environment — helping them grow, communicate, and achieve things they once found impossible. You’ll see...

Aspire People are recruiting for several support workers to work in the residential unit of one of our special needs schools in Lincoln. This role involves an alternating shift pattern of (Apply online only) and (Apply online only) and you must be able to work both shifts when needed. Due to location, a driving license and access to your own vehicle are essential. The role: You will be supporting children aged 6-16 years with various special needs, mental and physical challenges and learning disabilities both in the residential unit and at the attached school. This is a combination role of support worker and teaching assistant as you will spend time in both settings depending on the time of day and the shift you are working. Whilst at the school, you will be supporting with learning and creative play to keep the pupil engaged. Whilst at the residential unit, you will help the child/young person with basic living including cleaning, tidying, functional skills and social time....

Join Prospero Teaching and make a difference! We are looking for SEN Support Workers / Learning Support Assistants to work in a small, NEW Adult Special Educational Needs (SEN) School in North Dorset. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting a range of fantastic young adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. No previous experience is necessary - just a genuine passion for supporting some amazing young adults and a willingness to learn. Full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities: Provide 1:1 and group support for adults with SEN in classroom and community settings. Assist with educational activities, life skills development, and social integration. Support with personal care tasks (including toileting and feeding) while maintaining dignity and respect. Promote positive behaviour management and emotional well-being. Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams. Essential Skills...

Biology Teacher (Secondary)  Location: Watford, Hertfordshire Contract: Full-time, Permanent Start date: September 2026 Salary: £34,398 – £52,490 (M1–U3, in line with teacher pay scales) Are you an ambitious Biology Teacher looking to join a high-performing and supportive secondary school? Teach Now is working in partnership with an over-subscribed, non-selective Academy in Watford to appoint a passionate Biology Teacher from September 2026. This coeducational secondary school and sixth form hold academy status and has been consistently rated “Good” by Ofsted since 2012, with its most recent inspection in November 2024. The school welcomes every student, setting no barriers to entry and making no presumptions about academic or social background. Its inclusive ethos, high expectations and strong academic outcomes make it a thriving and forward-thinking environment. The Academy operates from a modern school building with excellent, state-of-the-art facilities, providing an...

SEND Support Workers & Teaching Assistants - SEND Schools - Greenwich Based in Greenwich Full-time We are currently looking for an experienced SEND Care Support Worker/Teaching Assistant who is a dedicated and passionate individual looking for a long-term role in SEND school setting. Our school caters for children and young people from 5-19 years old with varied SEND needs such as Profound Multiple learning difficulties, Emotional and Behavioural difficulties, severe learning difficulties and speech and language communication difficulties. The ideal candidate would have experience with care-based support, experience with personal care, feeding, moving, and handling is desirable. Your role as Care Support Worker will be to support pupils with their learning development and care needs while at school. Job Responsibilities Experience supporting young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities Experience or willingness to assist with personal care Excellent...

SEN Teaching Assistant (Year 4) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: March 2026 Salary: £100 – £105 per day Location: Radlett, Hertfordshire About the Role: We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming, community-focused Jewish primary school in Radlett for a Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team until the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a well-behaved and enthusiastic class of 28 pupils in Key Stage 2. You will work closely with the Year 4 Class Teacher to support teaching and learning, with a particular focus on providing additional support to pupils with special educational needs. Your role will include working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning, supporting classroom routines, promoting positive behaviour, and helping pupils to engage confidently in lessons. You will also assist with preparing resources and providing pastoral support to ensure pupils feel safe, supported and included....

Are you experienced in mentoring, behaviour support, or working with young people with additional needs? If so, this exciting opportunity in Ealing could be perfect for you. A vibrant and welcoming primary school in Ealing is seeking a committed Youth Worker / Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs across Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive school community within Ealing where staff work collaboratively to help pupils thrive. Key Details Position: Youth Worker / Teaching Assistant (KS1 or KS2 support) Location: Ealing, West London Start Date: February 2026 Contract Type: Long-term Working Pattern: Full Time About the School This welcoming Ealing primary school is known for its strong community ethos and nurturing environment. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential. Exceptional support from an experienced SEN team and leadership A...

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 Preferred) – Maternity Cover Contract: Full Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover) Working Pattern: Year-Round Role – 48 Weeks Shifts: 9:00am–5:00pm or 10:00am–6:00pm Teach Now Recruitment is delighted to be working with a vibrant, well-established nursery in Haringey to recruit an experienced Nursery Practitioner for a maternity cover role starting March 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a busy, welcoming nursery set within a richly diverse community, where children are supported to flourish in a safe, happy and stimulating environment. About the Nursery • Provision for children aged 1–5 years • A strong, enthusiastic and supportive Early Years team • Large outdoor areas allocated to each room, accessed daily • A focus on high-quality EYFS practice, inclusion and child-centred learning The role will primarily be based in the preschool room (ages 3–4), with occasional support in the 2–3 year old room if required. With up to 45 children...

SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 9 (Alternative Provision / PRU) Westminster, London | Full-Time, Term Time Only | £90–£120 per day Are you a resilient, compassionate Teaching Assistant who thrives on making a real difference? We’re working with an inclusive Alternative Provision/PRU in the heart of Westminster to recruit a full-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support Year 9 pupils who need structure, understanding, and a champion in their corner. This is a rewarding, hands-on role in a specialist setting where relationships matter. You’ll be supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, and additional learning needs, helping them re-engage with education in a calm, safe, and supportive environment. Working closely with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral teams, you’ll play a vital role in both academic progress and emotional regulation. What you’ll be doing: • Providing 1:1 and small group support to Year 9 pupils • Supporting pupils with SEMH, challenging behaviour, and...

Support Worker – Specialist SEN School (Near the New Forest) Start Date: March 2026 Contract: Long-term, with the strong possibility of becoming permanent Location: Near the New Forest Pay: £13.70 – £16 per hour (40 hours a week)  Hours: Full-time, shift-based (morning–afternoon or afternoon–night) About the Role We are seeking caring, resilient and enthusiastic Support Workers for a specialist SEN school located close to the New Forest. This role begins from March 2026 on a long‑term basis, with the school looking to offer a permanent contract for the right person. You will be supporting children and young people with a range of autism spectrum conditions and complex needs, helping them thrive socially, emotionally and academically. This school offers specialist education for pupils aged 7–19, many of whom have EHCPs and require structured, consistent support in both learning and daily routines. No personal care is required, but you will play a key role in promoting...

Behaviour Mentor Location: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, West London Nearest Station: Putney Bridge Station Contract: 23rd Feb 2026 - July 2026 Hours: 8:30am - 3:00pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only) Setting: Specialist Primary SEMH Provision Age Range: EYFS - Year 4 Class Sizes: 5-8 pupils About the Opportunity Tradewind are working with a specialist primary SEMH provision in Hammersmith & Fulham is looking to appoint a dedicated and empathetic Behaviour Mentor / Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant from January 2026. This role involves supporting pupils in EYFS through to Year 4 who experience social, emotional, and behavioural challenges. You will play a key role in helping children regulate their emotions, build positive behaviours, and engage successfully with a mainstream-style curriculum. With small class groups of just 5-8 pupils, you will be able to provide meaningful, individualised support in a structured and nurturing environment. This...

Alternative Provisions supports students who have found mainstream education challenging. They provide a nurturing, personalised learning environment that helps young people re-engage with education, build confidence, and develop positive behaviour strategies that will serve them for life. As a Behaviour Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our students both in and out of the classroom. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies to promote positive behaviour, manage challenging situations calmly, and help students reach their potential. Your responsibilities will include: Building positive, respectful relationships with students. Supporting behaviour management strategies in lessons and around the school. Delivering targeted interventions to help students develop self-regulation and social skills. Working collaboratively with staff to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. Contributing to behaviour...

SEN Support Worker – Harrow – ASAP start SEN Support Worker available for roles in Harrow SEN Support Worker with an enhanced DBS on the update service SEN Support Worker with experience supporting students with ASD, ADHD and complex needs SEN Support Worker with experience working 1:1 and in small group settings SEN Support Worker available to start ASAP Are you a SEN Support Worker looking for a new role to start immediately? Do you have an enhanced DBS on the update service for child and adult workforce? Are you a SEN Support Worker with at least 1 years’ experience supporting students with additional needs including ASD? If you answered yes to the questions above, then this is the role for you! The Role – SEN Support Worker The role of the SEN Support Worker is for a compassionate and proactive individual who has experience supporting students with additional needs, including ASD and learning difficulties. As a SEN Support Worker, you will be supporting students both inside and...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2  Location: Finchley, Barnet, London  Start Date: September 2026  Contract: Full-time, Temporary  Salary: £37,868 – £39,851 per annum (in line with Teacher Pay Scales - M1)  Teach Now is working in partnership with a small, welcoming primary school in Finchley to recruit an enthusiastic Early Career Teacher (ECT) for a September 2026 start. This role is open to ECTs interested in teaching Key Stage 1 or Key Stage 2, depending on strengths and preferences.  This is a school with a big community feel, where staff know every child exceptionally well and new teachers are never left feeling “lost.” The close-knit team is highly supportive, making it an ideal environment for ECTs who want to develop confidence, skill, and classroom presence within a nurturing setting.  Why this role is perfect for an ECT  Small, friendly school with strong relationships across staff, pupils, and families  Weekly mentoring with an experienced...

Early Career Teacher (ECT) – Key Stage 2  Location: Barnet, London  Start Date: September 2026  Contract: Full-time, Temporary  Salary: £37,868 – £39,851 per annum (in line with Teacher Pay Scales - M1)  Teach Now is proud to be recruiting an Early Career Teacher (ECT) for a high-achieving, all-through school in Barnet. Despite serving a high-deprivation community, the school consistently delivers above national outcomes and is widely recognised for its exceptional ECT development, inclusive practice, and staff wellbeing culture.  About the Role  Teach Key Stage 2 pupils in a supportive and well-resourced primary phase  Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons aligned with the school’s “progress for all” ethos  Work collaboratively with experienced teachers, LSAs, and specialist staff  Adapt high-quality planning and schemes of work to meet cohort needs  Support pupils with SEND alongside a strong inclusion and pastoral team  Outstanding ECT Support  Weekly mentor meetings...

Behaviour Support Worker - Bradford Veritas Education Veritas Education are working with a partner secondary school in the Bradford area who are looking to appoint a Behaviour Support Worker on a full‑time, long‑term basis. This is a great opportunity for someone who is confident supporting pupils with behavioural needs, building positive relationships, and helping students re-engage with learning. The role involves working closely with the pastoral and SEN teams to ensure pupils receive consistent support throughout the school day. Role Responsibilities: Supporting pupils with challenging behaviour across KS3 and KS4 Delivering targeted interventions and 1:1 mentoring Working alongside the pastoral and safeguarding teams Managing behaviour in line with school policies Helping pupils regulate and positively engage with lessons Providing support both in and out of the classroom Who We're Looking For: Experience working with young people with behavioural, SEMH, or pastoral...

SEN Teacher – Complex Needs (Primary) Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work Start Date: March 2026 Location: Enfield, North London Salary: £37,870 - £50,474 per annum (Outer London Main Pay Scale, M1–M6) About the Role: We are recruiting in partnership with a large, happy and stimulating primary school in Enfield, North London, for an SEN Teacher – Complex Needs to join their dedicated team from March 2026 (after February half term). This is a full-time, temporary role based within the school’s “soft hub” provision, supporting a small group of 8–10 children from Nursery to Year 6. The children are non-verbal and have global developmental delay, requiring a highly skilled, nurturing and structured approach to learning. The hub is currently staffed by 4–5 adults supporting the children, including an unqualified teacher/leader who oversees daily planning. The school is seeking either: A qualified teacher with QTS and strong SEN experience, or A highly experienced senior...

Cover Supervisor – Primary (EYFS to KS2) Enfield, North London | £110–£120 per day | Term Time Only Are you a confident and adaptable Cover Supervisor looking for a rewarding full-time role in a welcoming primary setting? A vibrant and inclusive school community in Enfield is seeking a strong and experienced Cover Supervisor to join their team. This is a full-time, temporary position working 8:30am–3:30pm, term time only, covering classes across the whole primary age range — from Nursery through to Year 6. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining continuity of learning, delivering pre-set work, and ensuring pupils remain engaged, focused and safe throughout the school day. Your Role Will Include: • Supervising classes across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 during teacher absence • Managing behaviour confidently, including supporting pupils with high SEN needs • Adapting quickly to classes with varied abilities and learning styles • Creating a calm, positive and structured learning...

Year 5 Class Teacher – Maternity Cover Full Time, Temporary Role | Easter Start – July 2026 | Option to Extend into September | M2 - M6 Inner London Salary Teach Now Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a friendly, warm and thriving primary school in Brent in their search for an experienced Year 5 Class Teacher to cover maternity leave from Easter 2026 through to July, with a strong possibility of extension into September. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident KS2 teacher who can step seamlessly into an established class, maintain high standards and ensure excellent progress for all pupils. About the School • An established 2–3 form entry primary school • Located within a supportive and engaged community • Last Ofsted inspection (June 2018): Rated ‘Good’ Known for: • A highly supportive and inspiring Senior Leadership Team • Clear routines, strong curriculum structure and consistent expectations • A positive, collaborative staff culture • Strong behaviour...