Support Worker – Specialist SEN School (Andover)
Start Date: April 2026
Contract: Temporary (potential to go permanent for right staff),
Location: Andover area
Pay: £100–£110 per day
Hours: 37 hours per week
- Monday & Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
- Tuesday & Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm
- Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
About the Role
We are seeking caring, resilient and enthusiastic Support Workers to join a specialist SEN school in the Andover area. This is a term‑time only position starting April 2026 with the school looking to make the contract permanent for the right individuals.
You will be supporting children and young people with autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and complex needs, helping them thrive socially, emotionally and academically. The school provides specialist education for pupils aged 11–19, all of whom have an EHCP, and require structured, consistent support within both learning and daily routines.
You will not be required to provide personal care, but you will play a vital role in promoting independence, building life skills and supporting emotional regulation. The school offers a nurturing, therapeutic, and highly structured environment, underpinned by trusting relationships and a strong ethos of helping students feel safe, valued, and understood.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and a multidisciplinary network to ensure pupils receive high‑quality, consistent support tailored to their individual needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting young people with autism and complex needs through structured routines and daily learning
- Encouraging independence, communication and self‑regulation skills
- Building warm, trusting relationships that help pupils feel secure
- Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, residential teams, and senior staff
- Using calm, confident approaches to manage challenging situations
- Supporting access to learning, therapeutic sessions, life skills programmes and enrichment
- Ensuring pupils feel safe, supported and listened to at all times
About the School
- Provides specialist day school for pupils aged 11–19 with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and associated needs.
- Offers individualised learning programmes including GCSEs, Functional Skills and vocational pathways
- Provides therapeutic, holistic support integrated with academic learning to promote emotional and social development
- Situated in a large rural setting with extensive grounds, woodland, recreational spaces, and homely residential houses designed to build independence and confidence in young people
- Promotes a nurturing ethos where pupils feel valued, safe and supported, with high expectations and clear routines
Individual Profile
- Nurturing, empathetic and patient nature
- GCSE Maths & English (A–C) desirable
- Experience with SEN or additional needs (desirable but not essential)
- Resilient, enthusiastic and adaptable
- Confident in challenging or emotionally complex situations
- First Aid trained or willing to complete training
- Must have access to your own car and hold a clean driving licence
Why Work With Us?
- A supportive agency that listens to your needs
- Variety of roles suited to your skills
- Dedicated personal consultant
- Regular CPD opportunities
- Refer a Friend scheme: earn up to £100
How to Apply
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Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards.