private

Child Support Worker (school-based)

Teaching Personnel Ltd

Eastwick, Harlow

Salary

£23,920 to £24,700

Contract

Contract

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

As a Child Support Worker, you'll work with children in a school who have learning difficulties, helping them with daily tasks, supporting their learning and behaviour, and building relationships with them and their families. This role suits someone who enjoys working with children, is patient and caring, and wants a more structured and rewarding job. You'll be part of a team that helps children with special needs and supports their education and well-being.

What you'll need

  • You'll need a GCSE in English and maths or equivalent, and experience working with children or in care and support work.
  • You'll need to be patient, caring, and able to build strong relationships with children and their families.
  • You'll need to be able to work as part of a team and follow school policies and procedures.
  • You'll need to be able to manage challenging behaviour and support children with their learning and daily tasks.
  • You may need to complete a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, which is a background check for people working with children or vulnerable adults.

How to boost your chances

  • Consider volunteering or taking a course to gain experience working with children or in care and support work.
  • Think about what you enjoy about your current job and what you're looking for in a new role, and make sure this job fits with your goals.
  • Practice building strong relationships with people, such as friends, family, or colleagues, to develop your communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Research the SEN (Special Educational Needs) sector and learn more about the types of support and services available to children with learning difficulties.
  • Be prepared to learn and develop new skills, such as supporting children with specific learning needs or using assistive technology.

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Job description

Ready for a Change? From Care & Support Work to Supporting Children with Learning Difficulties Are you currently working in care or support work and feeling exhausted, undervalued, or stuck in a cycle of long shifts and constant pressure? Do you still care deeply about helping people — but want a role that feels more rewarding, structured, and hopeful We’re looking for caring, patient, and resilient people from the care industry to join our SEN School in Chelmsford as a Learning Support Assis…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

8 August 2026

Last checked

20 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

TPL
Teaching Personnel Ltd

private

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