Learning Support Assistant - Ashford (PMLD Specialism)
Full-time, Monday to Friday
83.33 per day
Do you have a passion for making a genuine difference in the lives of primary-aged students with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD)? If so, this role could be the perfect fit!
Position: Learning Support Assistant
Location: Ashford
School: Highly-Regarded Special Needs School
We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join an outstanding special needs school in the Ashford area, supporting primary-aged students with PMLD. This is a unique opportunity to work within a nurturing and inclusive environment, where you can help students flourish both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide individual and group support to primary students with PMLD, assisting with learning activities and daily tasks.
* Offer personal care support, including help with toileting and feeding, while ensuring each student's dignity and well-being.
* Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement tailored Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and manage behaviour effectively.
* Create a supportive, safe, and engaging atmosphere that encourages students to achieve their full potential.
What We Offer:
* Competitive daily rate with weekly payments.
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities - we're the only agency partnered with the National College, giving you access to over 2000 certified CPD courses at no cost!
* A supportive and collaborative work environment with regular supervision.
* The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people with PMLD.
Requirements:
* Willingness to travel up to an hour to work.
* Legal right to work in the UK.
* Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs, particularly PMLD, is advantageous.
* Ability to provide personal care support, including toileting and feeding, as needed.
* Strong communication skills, patience, flexibility, and a positive approach.
* Willingness to undergo necessary background checks and obtain clearances.
* Hold, or be willing to apply for, an enhanced DBS (child workforce) on the update service.
If you're committed to positively impacting the lives of primary-aged students with PMLD, we would love to hear from you! Apply now to join this exceptional school community in Ashford.
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