Support Worker for Young People with Additional Needs

6 days ago


Pontefract, Wakefield, United Kingdom Academic Appointments Ltd. Full time

Our partner school in Pontefract is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide support to young people with severe, complex, or profound and multiple learning difficulties.

This long-term role offers a January start date and opportunities to progress within the organisation.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be working alongside Key Stage 3 and 4 students who have a range of additional needs, including Autism, sensory impairment, challenging behaviour, medical, and physical difficulties.

A key aspect of this role is providing individualised support to help these students make good progress and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Working with students with additional needs, providing emotional and academic support.
  2. Developing and implementing strategies to manage challenging behaviour.
  3. Maintaining accurate records of student progress and adapting plans as necessary.

The estimated salary for this position is £25,250 - £32,691 per annum, depending on current grade, experience, and payroll method.

We offer a recommend a friend scheme and re-registration bonus.



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