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Animal Antiks
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Support Worker
NORTH MARSTON
£28,000 - £30,000 a year
Education/Training
Full-time
31 July, 2026
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Join our farm-based team supporting young people with SEND through practical learning, animal care and therapeutic activities.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Support learners on a 1:1 basis or in small groups (up to 5 learners) during structured farm-based learning sessions
- Plan, deliver and adapt engaging, purposeful activities linked to individual learner needs and outcomes
- Work alongside education staff to support EHCP outcomes, personal development goals and learning objectives
- Facilitate safe and positive interactions between learners, animals and the outdoor environment
- Promote independence, emotional regulation, communication and social development
- Use positive, person-centred approaches to support engagement and behaviour
- Support learners in developing practical skills through farm routines and animal care activities
- Undertake animal care tasks alongside learners as part of structured learning
- Supervise, support and guide volunteers during sessions and daily activities
- Support induction of new volunteers and ensure safe working practices are followed
- Assist in planning structured learning sessions and rolling activity programmes
- Observe, record and feedback on learner progress and engagement as required
- Contribute to risk assessments and highlight any changes in learner needs or activity safety
- Support safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour support procedures at all times
- Support fundraising, community and promotional events
- Represent Animal Antiks in a professional, positive and inclusive manner at all times
- Liaise with the wider team regarding resources, equipment and site needs
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by management
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Training and Development
Upon successful completion of probation, the postholder will be expected to complete the Level 3 Award in Education and Training (or equivalent Lifelong Learning qualification) unless already held
Ongoing training will be provided, including safeguarding, behaviour support, health and safety, and animal-assisted learning practice
Opportunities for continued professional development within education, SEND and alternative provision settings
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Essential
- Experience working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
- Ability to build positive, trusting and professional relationships
- Calm, patient and adaptable approach in a dynamic environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners
- Ability to support and facilitate practical, hands-on learning activities
- Confidence supporting and supervising volunteers
- Understanding of professional boundaries and safeguarding practice
Desirable
- Experience in education, care, youth work or SEND settings
- Experience working with animals or in a farm-based environment
- Knowledge of EHCPs or person-centred planning approaches
- Experience planning or supporting group activities
- First Aid qualification
- Behaviour support training or positive behaviour support experience
Applications
Deadline for applications: 31 July, 2026
Job applications for this role can be submitted by email to collette@animalantiks.co.uk.
Animal Antiks
Not for profit organisations
Animal Antiks uses animal assisted learning to help children and young adults achieve their potential.
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