SEND Support Worker Location: East Bristol Contract: Full-time or part-time (term-time only) Pay: From £14.25 per hour Make a real difference every single day Are you a caring and dedicated person who finds true fulfilment in supporting children and young people with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and severe learning difficulties (SLD)? Do you want a rewarding role where your patience, empathy, and consistency help pupils experience meaningful progress, connection, and joy in their daily lives? Working through Axcis Education, this SEND Support Worker position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, personalised support in a specialist SEN environment. About the Role As a SEND Support Worker, you will work closely with pupils who have complex and profound needs. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include using specialist PMLD support techniques such as: Delivering sensitive 1:1 and small group support through multi-sensory activities that engage sight, sound, touch, smell, and movement Assisting with personal care and daily living skills in a respectful, dignified, and responsive way Supporting communication using objects of reference, sensory cues, switches, eye-pointing, and body language Implementing individual learning plans, EHCPs, and therapy programmes with a focus on sensory integration and meaningful engagement Promoting emotional wellbeing through consistent routines, positive interactions, and responsive relationships Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and the wider multi-disciplinary team to create calm, nurturing learning experiences Every small moment of connection and progress matters deeply in this role. About the Setting You will be based in a specialist South Gloucestershire school and college for pupils with severe learning difficulties and profound and multiple learning disabilities. The provision is known for its caring, aspirational ethos and its strong commitment to valuing every individual, motivating pupils to achieve their personal best, and providing a highly supportive learning environment tailored to complex needs. What We’re Looking For This role is well-suited for a range of dedicated individuals, including: Those with experience in adult or child care environments who want to move into education People with personal experience of supporting family members or loved ones with SEND Carers or support workers looking to build a long-term career in specialist SEN education Individuals who are patient, warm, empathetic, and resilient You will ideally bring: Some experience supporting individuals with SEND, particularly PMLD or SLD (paid, voluntary, or personal experience is welcomed) High levels of patience, empathy, warmth, and emotional resilience The ability to work flexibly as part of a dedicated team A calm, consistent, and positive approach A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Full training and ongoing support will be provided — previous PMLD experience is desirable but not essential. Why Join Axcis Education? As the UK’s leading specialist SEN recruitment partner, Axcis is deeply committed to your professional growth and long-term success in SEND. Through our strong partnership with The National College, you will have access to free, high-quality CPD specifically designed to develop your skills in specialist support. This includes the highly regarded Certificate in the Role of the Learning Support Assistant plus a wide range of specialist modules covering effective PMLD support, communication strategies, sensory needs, building positive relationships with complex SEND pupils, and more. All training is CPD-verified and directly relevant to working with pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities. You will also benefit from: Competitive hourly rates with reliable weekly pay Dedicated, knowledgeable support from your Axcis consultant Access to a wide variety of specialist SEND roles Flexible working options and excellent opportunities for career progression in SEN education How to Apply If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with complex PMLD and SLD needs, we’d love to hear from you. Contact your Laura Dowson at Axcis Education to discuss in more detail, or submit an application via indeed.com. We welcome applications from candidates with all levels of relevant experience and are fully committed to supporting your ongoing development. Axcis Education – Connecting passionate people with rewarding SEND roles.<br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Laura Dowson on 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2014.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Laura Dowson&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0117 472 2400 l Ext: 2014</strong></strong>