Complex Needs Support Assistant
Have you ever thought about supporting pupils with Complex Needs?
Veritas Education is currently working with a variety of different Special Schools in the Sheffield Area. We are looking for a passionate support assistant to help support their students with complex needs.
The Role:
You will be supporting pupils mainly on a 1:1 basis that have complex needs. You will help support the pupil and the teacher with all general day-to-day activities to ensure the pupil is learning to their full ability. You will provide practical and personal hygiene care support for the pupil. You will help the teacher identify additional needs that the pupil may have and adapt their daily care plans to suit those needs. You will also support the teaching in preparing learning materials and help create an exciting and educational learning environment.
Ideal Candidate:
1. Previous experience working with children or adults with Complex Needs.
2. Great communication skills.
3. Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
4. Ability to understand and react to people's reactions and physical emotions.
5. Experience and knowledge of Makaton is a big plus but not a must.
Application Requirements:
1. Clear Enhanced DBS.
2. Right to work in the UK.
3. Photo identification.
4. 2 Satisfactory references.
5. Police check (if applicable).
6. Experience working with children with complex needs.
If you have the experience and skills that are appropriate for the role of a Complex Needs Assistant, please apply with your full CV.
If you require any further information or have any questions regarding potential roles, please contact Scott Kelly at Veritas Education (Leeds) on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Application Requirements for Veritas Education:
1. All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
2. Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible, and all employment breaks must be explained.
3. You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
4. You must be willing to attend a registration interview.
Veritas Education works with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, and college level, as well as support staff positions within these.
Disclaimer:
Nothing within the above advert was designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr