SEN Support Worker - Folkestone, Kent

• Job Title: SEN Support Worker
• Location: Folkestone, Kent
• Start Date: January 2026
• Key Stages: 1-4
• Salary: £90.00 - £120.00 per day (Depending on experience/Qualifications)

Job Description:

Academics Canterbury are excited to be working with a friendly, inclusive school that goes above and beyond to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Here, every pupil is encouraged to thrive in a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment - academically, socially, and emotionally.

Academics Canterbury are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Support Worker to join an exceptional Special Educational Needs (SEN) school in Canterbury.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting students with a variety of SEN, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and other additional needs, across the school day.
• Supporting teachers in delivering personalised learning plans and EHCP targets.
• Collaborating with teachers, teaching assistants, therapists, and families to provide consistent, targeted support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, social skills, and emotional wellbeing.
• Helping students develop independence, confidence, and key life skills.
• Observing and reporting on student progress to inform teaching strategies and support plans.

What we're looking for:

• Experienced or eager to be an SEN Support Worker with students with SEN, showing patience, empathy, and understanding.
• Committed to helping students succeed and confident in building strong, supportive relationships.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Knowledgeable, or willing to develop knowledge, of SEN, behaviour management strategies, and personalised support approaches.

If you are looking for the next step in your career where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to start your journey at this amazing SEN school and become an SEN Support Worker today !