Support Specialist for Special Needs Students

1 month ago


York, York City, United Kingdom GSL Education Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly dedicated and passionate Support Specialist to join our team at GSL Education in York, North Yorkshire. This role is ideal for individuals who aspire to make a significant difference in the lives of students with special needs.

About the School
  • The school has a long history dating back to the 1800s and provides a 21st-century education for all its students.
  • It offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities to encourage students to achieve their full potential.
  • The school boasts state-of-the-art facilities that promote curriculum preparation for modern Britain.
  • GSL Education is proud to work with students who have diverse additional needs, including dyslexia, physical disabilities, speech, language, and communication issues, conditions on the autism spectrum, learning difficulties, rare syndromes, impairments to hearing and vision, and attention deficit disorders.
Job Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop individualized support plans for students with special needs.
  • Provide one-on-one and small group support to students, helping them engage with the curriculum and develop essential life skills.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of targeted interventions and programs designed to improve students' emotional and mental well-being.
  • Assist in creating educational resources and materials.
  • Evaluate student progress and provide feedback to teachers and SENCOs.
  • Supervise students during activities, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Requirements
  • Relevant qualifications and certifications as a Teaching Assistant or a Degree related to Education or Psychology.
  • Proven experience working with secondary school students, particularly those with special needs.
  • Understanding of Special Educational Needs (SEN) and experience working with students with diverse learning needs.
  • Possession of an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
Compensation Package

£85-100 per day salary, offering a competitive compensation package for this rewarding role.



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