Job description
Disability Support Worker in Hythe
Job Title: Disability Support Worker
Location: Hythe
Salary: £12.82 - £14.72 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Are you committed to supporting individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling, independent lives?
GSL Education are looking for a caring and dedicated Disability Support Worker to join a supportive team in Hythe. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by providing the support they need to thrive academically and socially.
As a Disability Support Worker, you will assist students with disabilities, helping them to access education and develop life skills in a safe and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide one-to-one and group support for students with disabilities.
- Assist students in accessing their learning materials and classroom activities.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful environment as a Disability Support Worker.
- Encourage students to develop independence and build life skills.
- Work closely with teachers and other support staff to monitor students’ progress.
Requirements:
- Relevant qualifications or training in special education are advantageous but not mandatory, providing you with additional skills and knowledge to support students with disabilities effectively.
- Previous experience as a Disability Support Worker or in a similar role is beneficial.
- A compassionate and patient approach to working with students with disabilities.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
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 an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Hythe.
For more information or to register your interest in this 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.
Support students in reaching their potential as a Disability Support Worker in Hythe!