Job description
Empower Lives Every Day as a Disability Support Worker!
Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual eager to make a difference in the lives of students with disabilities?
GSL Education are seeking a proactive and compassionate Disability Support Worker in an outstanding school located in Fareham. This position is critical for delivering children with disabilities personalised assistance so they can thrive both academically and socially. Every student will feel appreciated and empowered in an inclusive learning environment owing to significant measures to your efforts.
Position: Disability Support Worker
Location: Fareham
Job Type: Full-time/Part-time
Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
About The Role:
As a Disability Support Worker, you’ll work closely with students who require additional assistance due to physical, developmental, or learning challenges. This role involves building trusting relationships and helping students access a full, enriching educational experience. In this role, you will support students’ physical, emotional and social needs, providing a safe and inclusive environment that enables them to thrive.
Responsibilities of the Disability Support Worker:
- Providing one-on-one and group support to students with disabilities.
- Assisting with daily tasks, ensuring students’ comfort and safety.
- Collaborating with teaching staff to create a supportive classroom environment.
- Encouraging students’ independence and confidence through tailored guidance.
- Implementing behaviour management strategies as required.
Disability Support Worker Job Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker, or a similar support role in a classroom or school setting, is preferred.
- Understanding of various Special Education Needs conditions, including physical disabilities, SEND etc.
- Patience, adaptability and a genuine commitment to supporting students' growth.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
- Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
Why Join GSL Education?
- Work in a collaborative and supportive team that values your contributions.
- Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Gain valuable experience working in different educational settings and with a variety of students.
- Continuous support from a dedicated consultant.
We welcome applications from all applicants who feel that they can add value to an already flourishing department and make an impactful difference in the lives of students with disabilities.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest inthe ‘Disability Support Worker’ role,or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.