Complex Needs Learning Support Assistants

Complex Needs Learning Support Assistants - Specialist School, Poole

We are seeking compassionate, resilient and committed Learning Support Assistants to join a highly specialist school in Poole, supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a wide range of complex needs, including:

• Autism
• Communication Difficulties
• Complex Developmental Delay
• Complex Medical Needs
• Emotional / Mental Health Needs (e.g., Anxiety, OCD)
• Physical Disabilities
• Sensory Integration Difficulties
• Sensory Disabilities

This warm school provides exceptional care and education for children with profound and multiple learning disabilities and life-limiting conditions. You will help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every pupil can learn, communicate and thrive.

As a Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils' learning, communication and engagement
• Assist with personal care and medical routines (training provided)
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and support staff
• Promote emotional wellbeing, independence and positive behaviour
• Adapt to pupils' individual needs and respond calmly to challenges

Contract Details

• Location: Poole
• Role: Complex Needs Learning Support Assistant
• Setting: Specialist SEN school
• Start: ASAP
• Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday- The school is also open to applications from ad-hoc supply staff who are available for day-to-day, short-term, or long-term cover.
• Pay: £14.96 per hour
• Hours: 08:45 - 15:30

Experience, Training and Qualifications

We welcome applicants from education, care, residential or medical backgrounds.

You will need:

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN or complex needs
• Understanding of autism, sensory needs, communication difficulties or PMLD
• GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships
• Professionalism, empathy and emotional intelligence
• The ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to changing needs

Personal Qualities

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Warm, patient and nurturing
• Resilient and calm in challenging situations
• Team-focused but able to work independently
• Passionate about supporting pupils with complex needs
• Committed to helping every child experience success and joy in their learning

Eligibility

• Right to Work in the UK
• Enhanced child-barred list DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
• Professional references covering the last 24 months

What We Offer

• Free accredited CPD, including SEN, safeguarding and behaviour training
• Ongoing support from an experienced education team

If this role feels like the right fit for you, please send an up-to-date CV.