Join Our Team as a Complex Needs Support Assistant!
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs? Do you excel in a caring and nurturing environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
About Us:
Our SEN Provision in Leeds is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and support for children and young adults aged 0-19 with a range of complex needs. We foster an inclusive and welcoming environment, ensuring every individual can reach their full potential.
Role Overview:
As a Complex Needs Support Assistant, you will be integral to supporting individuals with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and other complex needs. Working with students across all year groups, you will provide tailored care and assistance, helping them to develop independence and confidence. Our students have diverse needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, communication difficulties, and various medical and mobility requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personalised, one-to-one support to students with complex needs, promoting independence and well-being.
- Assist with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and mobility support.
- Implement individualised education and behaviour plans in collaboration with teachers and therapists.
- Foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages communication and social interaction.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of students, adhering to all relevant protocols and procedures.
Requirements:
- Experience in care or a related field, particularly working with individuals with complex needs, is desirable.
- Moving and Handling training (or willingness to complete the course).
- Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
- A supportive, caring, and nurturing approach, with a genuine passion for helping others.
- Commitment to providing high-quality support and care for individuals with complex needs.
- Flexibility to work across all year groups and adapt to varying needs.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs.
If you are compassionate, dedicated, and eager to make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and help us create brighter futures for individuals with complex needs.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and passion for this role. Alternatively, apply directly via this advert, and we will be in touch.
Application Requirements:
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional references, and Overseas Police Clearances (where applicable), in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
- Your CV should cover the last 10 years of employment history, and any gaps must be explained.
- You must have the legal right to work in the UK.
- You must be available for a registration interview.
Veritas Education works with a wide range of schools across a broad geographical area. We provide placements for teaching roles at Primary, Secondary, and College levels, as well as support staff positions.
Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring all placements are based on merit and suitability, without discrimination on the grounds of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.