SEND Support Worker

Job description

SEND Support Worker – Birmingham (B6)

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (B6)

Pay: £100 – £115 per day

Hours: Part-time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 3:00pm

Contract: Temporary until July 2027, with temp-to-perm prospects

Start date: ASAP

Positions: 2

Luma Education Recruitment is recruiting two SEND Support Workers for an independent specialist college in Aston, north Birmingham. You will work with students aged 14 to 25 who have complex special educational needs and disabilities, supporting them one-to-one and in small groups across lessons, practical sessions and personal care routines, including help with personal hygiene. The college runs Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 3:00pm, and is closed every Friday, so you get a three-day weekend all year round. The booking runs until July 2027, with a real prospect of a permanent contract for the right people.

About the College

An independent college in north Birmingham for young people aged 14 to 25 with complex SEND. Students follow personalised programmes that combine academic learning, vocational skills and preparation for adult life, in small classes with a high level of adult support.

The Role

Supporting students with complex needs in lessons, practical sessions and around the college

Providing personal care and hygiene support, always with dignity and respect

Helping students build independence, communication and everyday living skills

Working towards the targets in each student's EHCP and support plan

Working alongside teachers and the support team, and keeping accurate records

What You'll Need

A minimum of 2 years' experience working in UK education

Experience supporting young people or young adults with SEND and complex needs

Comfortable providing personal and intimate care

Available Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 3:00pm, until July 2027

We are looking for patient, dependable people who stay calm and treat every student with dignity.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English