Job description

Complex Needs Support Worker

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £83.33 - £95.00 per day
Contract Type: Full-time

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and complex needs? Do you want a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference in students' lives? GSL Education is currently seeking a full-time Complex Needs Support Worker to work within schools and other educational settings in Lincoln.

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting children and young people with complex needs, including profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties, and complex medical needs.
  • Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create and implement individualised learning and care plans tailored to the specific needs of each student.
  • Assisting with behaviour management within the classroom, using de-escalation techniques and supporting positive behavioural strategies.
  • Helping students access the curriculum and supporting their personal, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Working closely with medical professionals to ensure students' physical and emotional needs are met.

Role Requirements:

  • A qualification in Health and Social Care or a related field (Level 3 Diploma or equivalent).
  • Experience working with children or young people with complex needs in an educational or care setting.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
  • Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to supporting students’ overall development and well-being.
  • A DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please note that this role requires a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection. Successful applicants must pass all necessary background checks, including an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or the willingness to apply for a new one.

For more information or to apply for the Complex Needs Support Worker role in Lincoln, please contact Olivia Davey at GSL Education Lincolnshire!