Job Title: SEN Outreach Worker
Location: Plymouth and Surrounding Areas
Salary: £80 - £90 per day (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Full-Time, Temporary with Potential for Long-Term Placement
About Us:
Teaching Personnel Plymouth is dedicated to supporting young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). We partner with schools, alternative provisions, and families to deliver tailored support for students who need additional help outside of traditional classroom settings. Our mission is to create opportunities for every student to thrive, no matter their circumstances.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated SEN Outreach Worker to provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEN in Plymouth. This role focuses on helping students engage with their education in off-site or alternative learning environments, building confidence, and promoting personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely with SEN students to deliver bespoke educational and emotional support plans.
- Support students in alternative provisions, community settings, or their homes.
- Develop strong, trusting relationships with students to encourage positive engagement.
- Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, and families to tailor support strategies.
- Assist in managing challenging behavior in a calm and constructive manner.
- Maintain detailed records of student progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly those with SEMH, ASD, or complex needs.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to varied learning environments.
- A calm, patient, and empathetic approach to supporting students with challenging behaviors.
- A valid UK driving license and access to your own vehicle (business insurance is required).
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay rates, paid weekly.
- A rewarding role where you can make a real difference in students’ lives.
- Access to free and subsidized CPD training, including behavior management and mental health awareness.
- Support and guidance from your dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel Plymouth.
- Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles.
How to Apply:
If you’re passionate about supporting SEN students and meet the criteria above, we’d love to hear from you. Send your CV and a cover letter to joshua.brown@teachingpersonnel.com or contact us on 01752 228900 for more information.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide references.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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