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Support Worker

Engage Education
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Croydon, Surrey CR0 5RD

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Learning and Support Mentor position at a SEND/PRU school in Croydon does not require prior school experience.
  • Candidates with backgrounds in roles such as social work, youth work, and rehabilitation are encouraged to apply.
  • The role involves providing one-on-one support to students with various needs, including Autism and SEMH.
  • The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic and proactive, with a salary that aligns with permanent employee rates.
  • Experience in manual handling and safeguarding is desirable, with a full-time commitment expected.
Learning and Support Mentors (No School Experience Necessary) Required for SEN School in CroydonAbout the role:

This Learning and Support Mentor role is based in a supportive and proactive SEND/PRU school in Croydon. They are seeking people with experience as a Warden, a Deputy Warden/Assistant Warden, Rehabilitation Specialists, Case managers, Correction officers, Probation officers, Parole officers, Prison guards, Patrol Officers, Prison Officers, Youth workers, Social workers, and Sports coaching to work with a wide range of needs, from children and young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs to more Sensory Behavioural Difficulties linked to Autism.

Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we’re looking for more high-quality mentors to work with these schools to positively impact the progress and attainment of their pupils.

Your Role:
  • Supporting on a one-to-one basis or in small groups

  • Working with other support staff to engage pupils in class and minimise disruption

  • Providing feedback to teachers and parents

  • You will be assisting pupils with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, Severe Learning Difficulties and other Learning Disabilities

  • Full-time

The ideal candidate:
  • Outgoing and mentoring manner

  • Enthusiastic and passionate about helping children reach their full potential

  • You will be expected to think on your feet and be proactive, no day is the same in a Special School, so being prepared is vital.

  • Experience in different roles looking to move into Education

  • Experience with Manual Handling/Hoist/Personal Care/PEG Feeding (desirable)

  • Ability to form excellent relationships and rapport with pupils

  • Therapeutic Care training (desirable)

  • Understanding of Safeguarding (Essential)

Highlights of becoming an Engage Teaching Assistant
  • Full-time and part-time positions are available

  • Develop your knowledge of the national curriculum

  • Ideal post for graduates looking to move into a career in teaching

Why choose Engage Education?
  • We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee

  • You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

  • You will be invited to our wide range of continued professional development (CPD) training sessions, provided by our in-house team of experienced senior leaders. These are completely free to attend!

  • Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer friends!

How to apply

If you’re as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you’re not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have not been successful in this role. We have a lot of applications for our positions, so don’t be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education Ltd storing your details in our fully encrypted database, in line with GDPR requirements.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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