Are you a Youth or Support Worker looking to transition into Education? Do you have experience in supporting young people?

Engage Education are currently seeking an SEN Support Assistant to provide support for young people that have additional needs such as SEMH or Autism. You will be working in one of our partnership Pupil Referral Unit's in Rotherham

The positions are to commence ASAP and they have the potential of a permanent role for the right candidates.

The Schools aim to provide a wide range of rich and varied learning experiences for all children. Pupils are encouraged to work hard and all staff are committed to helping each child to reach his or her potential within a safe, nurturing environment.

We are looking for an SEN Support who is predominantly experienced in working in a Youth or support Worker role but applications are welcome from applicants with a range of SEND experience.

Within the role you will be required to:

* Provide calming and nurturing support for a pupil with an EHCP

* Promote good behaviour management strategies

* Support the delivery of lessons to engage and enthuse learners

* Be a positive role model for the children, through commitment to the setting expectations

* Show an interest in the children that you are working with, to build mutually respectful relationships

* Be resilient, not easily offended and able to de-escalate sometimes challenging situations

Skills and attributes:

* Ability to relate well to pupils and young adults with additional needs

* Experience of working within a similar setting (care homes, hospitals etc) would be advantageous

* Ability to remain calm under pressure

* Team Teach qualification desirable

* Experience of working with SEN, PMLD, ASD or SEMH advantageous

Why choose Engage Education?

* We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee

* You will benefit from your own dedicated Engage consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

* £50 Amazon Voucher referral bonus for each of your friends you refer to us when they work 5 days or more.

How to apply

If you're as excited about this role as we are, you can apply below - or get in touch with us directly.

If you're not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately you have not been successful for this role. We have a lot of applications to our positions, so don't be disheartened - you are still free to apply to one of our other vacancies that you may be more suited for. We will also keep your CV on file and continue to help you in your search for your next role.

All candidates will be required to undertake a valid enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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