Support Worker

GSL Education Colchester, England May 8, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Level Junior

Support Worker focuses on supporting worker focuses on implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.

What the role involves

  • Supporting Worker focuses on implement and adapt educational plans to support the student's individual learning requirements.
  • As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide one-on-one assistance to the student during classroom activities and lessons.
  • Foster positive relationships with the student to promote their well-being and engagement.
  • As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will assist in implementing behaviour management strategies tailored to the student's needs.
  • Have the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners to support students to thrive and achieve their potential in an academic and personal sense.
  • Have opportunities for development and to support pupils in the classroom, in 1:1 and group interventions and in extra curricular/ enrichment activities including Sports and School.

Skills and requirements

  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, especially in providing 1:1 support to students with SEN is advantageous but not essential.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience, adaptability, and a genuine passion for supporting individual student success.
  • Initiative and a willingness to collaborate with the teaching team.

Candidate fit

  • If you are an experienced TA, a Graduate, a Support Worker, a Sports Coach or someone with a positive attitude who is looking to start their career in Education, we want to hear fr.
  • Patience, respectful communication, safeguarding awareness, and steady support habits.
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement.

Additional role context

  • An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives.
  • Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that.
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