School Support Worker- SEN

Join Our Team of SEN Support Workers Make a real difference in young lives with GSL Education Location: Leicester Hours: Full Time – Term Time Only- Temp to Perm (Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm) / Bank options also available  Pay: £93 – £100 per day (Teaching Assistant Level 2 Salary) ‍ Are you a caring and resilient individual with a background in: Care work or Mental Health? Graduates seeking hands-on experience? Carers or Support Workers looking to transition into education? Then we want to hear from you! GSL Education are working with SEN Specialist schools across Leicester, supporting pupils with special educational and behavioural needs. We're hiring SEN Teaching Assistants / Support Workers to help create a nurturing and empowering learning environment for children and young people. Your Role Will Include: Supporting students aged 5–16 with additional needs Providing tailored, 1:1 and group learning support Assisting with personal care (where required) Supporting the teacher with lesson delivery Encouraging emotional regulation and positive behaviour Promoting independence and social development Working alongside educational psychologists, social workers, and CAMHS professionals ✅ We’re Looking For: Minimum 6 months’ experience supporting children, young people or adults with additional needs (including personal/lived experience) Knowledge of needs including: Autism, ADHD, SEMH, PMLD, Anxiety, Self-Harm, Learning Disabilities, Attachment Disorders, LAC A calm, positive, and compassionate nature Resilience and a strong commitment to safeguarding An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one ⚠️ Please note: This is a term-time only role. Hours are non-negotiable. Make your next role one that truly matters. Join GSL Education and become a valued part of a child’s support journey