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Disability Support Worker
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 13.68 - 16.12 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Weymouth
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Disability Support Worker
Location Weymouth
Pay Rate: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Do you want to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals with disabilities to live, learn, and thrive?
GSL Education are currently seeking a dedicated Disability Support Worker to join a dynamic school in Weymouth, providing care and educational support for children and young people with additional needs.
About the School: The school embraces students from diverse backgrounds and supports a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. It focuses on individualised learning, emphasising respect, inclusivity, and excellence. They celebrate diversity and prioritise student well-being and growth, fostering a positive and supportive environment. With a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional opportunities, it prioritises building relationships, promoting independence, and fostering engagement through joyful learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities of the Disability Support Worker:
Support individuals with physical, sensory, or learning disabilities in educational and daily activities.
Assist with personal care, mobility, and adaptive learning strategies as needed.
Encourage independence, confidence, and social interaction.
Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to implement personalised support plans.
Monitor progress, report observations, and contribute to reviews of care and education plans.
Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in line with safeguarding policies.
Ideal Candidate Requirements of the Disability Support Worker:
Experience supporting individuals with disabilities in school, care, or community settings.
Empathetic, patient, and resilient approach to challenges.
Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
Knowledge of safeguarding and willingness to follow child protection procedures.
Have an updated CV (covering the last ten years barring any unexplained gaps) and an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
What does GSL Education Offer?
Competitive daily pay reflective of your experience.
Supportive consultants who genuinely care about your development.
Flexible opportunities in schools that value inclusion and support staff wellbeing.
If you’re dedicated to creating a supportive and enriching educational journey for children with additional needs, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become an essential part of a compassionate school team in Weymouth.
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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
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