Sen Youth Support Worker - Croydon, United Kingdom - Lara Search

Lara Search

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Croydon, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Details:

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Start: Immediate and September start.
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Type: Part Time (4 days a week).

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN (Special Educational Needs) College Student Support Worker to join our team.

As a support worker, you will play a vital role in providing assistance and guidance to students with special educational needs within our college setting.
Your primary responsibility will be to support students in their academic pursuits and ensure their overall wellbeing.

Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one support to students with special educational needs, helping them navigate their college experience successfully.

Assist SEN students in understanding and completing coursework, assignments, and projects, adapting teaching methods as necessary to suit their individual learning styles.
Support SEN students in developing essential life skills, such as time management, organization, and effective study techniques.
Collaborate with teaching staff, counselors, and other professionals to create and implement personalized learning plans for students with special needs.
Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment, promoting independence and confidence among students.
Monitor students' progress and provide regular feedback to teachers and parents/guardians.
Respond promptly to any behavioral or emotional concerns of students, implementing appropriate strategies for managing challenging situations.

Requirements:

Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on Update Service or willing to apply.
Previous experience working with individuals with special educational needs, preferably in a college or educational setting.
Knowledge and understanding of various learning disabilities, developmental disorders, and mental health conditions.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to establish rapport and build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
Strong organizational and timemanagement skills to effectively support multiple students.
Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting individuals with special educational needs.
Flexibility and adaptability to work in a dynamic and changing environment.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience.

About Lara Search:

LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units.

We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London.

We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible.

We work with you to find the role that suits you best.