Permanent PMLD Specialist - Learning Support Assistant

Overview

Are you ready for the next challenge? I am recruiting for an amazing Special Needs school and they are seeking a permanent, experienced, Learning Support assistant who is passionate about making a difference to young people with complex, additional needs.

The school caters to pupils aged 11-19, meeting the needs of students with complex, profound and multiple learning difficulties, associated communication and language difficulties and challenging behaviours; many of the students also have acute medical needs. The school provides support for a wide range of needs including physical disabilities, autism, sensory impairment and complex medical needs.

The school has a fantastic reputation, and the staff are experienced, passionate and dedicated. A clear vision set by the leadership team places both pupil and staff needs at the core of their values.

A member of staff that works at the school told me, "SLT's door is always open, you feel like they truly care."

Key Qualifications and Requirements

• Able to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the needs of SEN pupils across age ranges and phases
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of a variety of behavioural strategies (desirable)
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet the requirements of the post, e.g. attend parents evening
• Must be able to communicate at all levels
• Must be patient, caring and committed to supporting SEN pupils
• Must be able to cope with and deal with confrontational and stressful situations
• Must be committed and experienced in working as a member of a team
• Able to work on own initiative
• Ability to motivate individuals to perform effectively
• Commitment to working in partnership with parents
• Awareness of and respect for the needs of the individual child and their families, including multi cultural and inclusive practices
• Able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing)
• Ability to use IT technology
• Able to maintain accurate records
• Must be prepared to undertake duties related to the welfare and personal hygiene of pupils, including toileting and feeding
• Enhanced DBS check for Regulated Activity
• Satisfactory medical clearances

Benefits

Competitive pay scale and support from a dedicated consultant to guide you through the process.

Agency Statement

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business with a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. Placements are subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.