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Activity Support Worker Needed in Dorchester!
Position: Activity Support Worker
Location: Dorchester
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 Per Hour
Contract Type: Part/Full time
Start Date: Immediate
Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with behavioural challenges? Do you have the energy, creativity, and dedication to lead engaging and inclusive activities? If so, we have a perfect role for you! GSL Education are currently looking for an energetic and dedicated individual to work as an Activity Support Worker in a local school based in Dorchester.
About the School:
The school encompasses two sites in Dorchester with one common shared purpose: to provide the very best in education and support for all children who (for a variety of reasons) find themselves outside of mainstream school education. The school is an alternative provision that uses vocational and extracurricular methods to enable the students to gain functional and life skills. With a primary and secondary division, the school is inclusive of all ages and abilities and strives to give its pupils the best possible opportunities for post 16 life.
About the Role:
As an Activity Support Worker, you will lead engaging activities to help students with behavioural challenges develop key skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver a variety of engaging, fun, and educational activities tailored to the needs of students with behavioural challenges.
- Support students in developing their social, emotional, and physical skills through structured group sessions.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
- Work closely with teaching staff and support teams to ensure activities align with individual learning plans.
- Encourage student participation, independence, and personal growth through creative play and exploration.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience of working with children, preferably in a school setting.
- A passion for working with young people and creating positive, enriching experiences.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students.
- Creative, flexible, and adaptable approach to activity planning.
- A commitment to inclusivity and understanding the diverse needs of SEN students.
Benefits:
- A rewarding role where your work truly makes a difference.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you’re excited about helping children with behavioural challenges develop through engaging activities as an Activity Support Worker in Dorchester, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV now to be considered!
To work with GSL Education as an Activity Support Worker, you should:
- Have the right to work in the UK.
- Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
- Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education
Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments.
Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Harvey at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as an Activity Support Worker, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.
