Start Date: March 2026
Contract: Long-term, with the strong possibility of becoming permanent
Location: Near the New Forest
Pay: £100-£110 per day
Hours: Full-time, shift-based (morning–afternoon or afternoon–night)
About the Role
We are seeking caring, resilient and enthusiastic Support Workers for a specialist SEN school located close to the New Forest. This role begins from April 2026 on a long‑term basis, with the school looking to offer a permanent contract for the right person.
You will be supporting children and young people with a range of autism spectrum conditions and complex needs, helping them thrive socially, emotionally and academically. This school offers specialist education for pupils aged 7–19, many of whom have EHCPs and require structured, consistent support in both learning and daily routines.
No personal care is required, but you will play a key role in promoting independence, building life skills and creating a positive, nurturing environment where every pupil feels safe, listened to and valued. The school’s approach focuses on personalised support, therapeutic input and a calm, structured setting that enables students to flourish.
You will work closely with teachers, support staff, and the school’s wider multidisciplinary team to ensure pupils receive consistent, high‑quality care.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting children with autism and complex needs in day‑to‑day activities and structured programmes
Promoting independence, emotional regulation and social development
Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils
Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, therapists and senior staff
Providing calm, confident guidance in challenging situations
Helping students access learning, therapeutic activities and life‑skills programmes
Ensuring students feel safe, secure and supported at all times
About the School
Supports children and young people with autism, communication difficulties and a wide range of complex needs (ages 7–19)
Provides tailored teaching, therapeutic services and a curriculum designed to develop independence, life skills and academic progress
Offers a calm, structured environment where pupils feel safe, valued and supported
Encourages creativity, resilience and individualised learning routes
Works as part of a multidisciplinary network including teachers, psychologists, therapists and support teams to meet pupils’ holistic needs
Individual Profile
A nurturing, empathetic and patient nature
GCSE Maths and English (A–C) desirable
Experience working with additional needs (desirable)
Resilient, enthusiastic and adaptable
Confident working in challenging or emotionally complex situations
First Aid trained or willing to complete training
Access to your own car and a clean driving licence is essential
Why Work With Us?
A supportive agency that listens to your needs
A variety of roles available to match your skills
Your own dedicated consultant
Regular CPD opportunities
Refer‑a‑Friend incentive: earn up to £100
How to Apply
If you would like to know more, simply press Apply to send your CV, or contact us for further details.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check and meet Safer Recruitment standards
Salary description
£100.00 - £110.00 per day