Additional Needs Support Assistant

Aspire People; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

100 joining bonus after 10 shifts

250 Refer-a-Friend bonus

Long-term opportunities with potential

Excellent progression opportunities in

Job summary

Aspire People are seeking an Additional Needs Support Assistant for a specialist SEND school in Lancashire. You will assist pupils with SLD, PMLD and autism, helping with communication, development and wellbeing in a nurturing environment.

Working alongside teachers and therapists, you will deliver planned activities, support personal care and help pupils develop independence. Term-time hours are 08:30–15:30, with opportunities for ongoing progression.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND
• Ability to work in a school setting
• Commitment to safeguarding and safeguarding training

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Deliver planned learning activities and adapt to individual needs
• Assist with personal care (toileting, dressing, eating)
• Support therapy programmes and administer medication following training
• Encourage communication using Makaton and PECS
• Promote social, emotional, physical and cognitive development
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Support positive behaviour strategies and physical interventions where trained
• Prepare classroom resources and maintain a stimulating environment
• Support pupils during snack times, outdoor learning and trips
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, parents and external professionals
• Support Post-16 pupils in developing independent living skills

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Makaton/PECS communication

Assistive technology

Personal care

Behaviour support

Team collaboration

Tools

Assistive technology

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

A specialist SEND school is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Additional Needs Support Assistant to support pupils with SLD, PMLD and autism.

The Role:

You’ll help pupils overcome barriers to learning while supporting their communication, development, independence, social skills and emotional wellbeing in a safe, nurturing environment.

Working alongside teachers, therapists and other professionals, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Deliver planned learning activities and adapt support to individual needs
• Assist with personal care, including toileting, dressing and eating
• Support therapy programmes and administer medication following training
• Encourage communication using Makaton, PECS and assistive technology
• Promote social, emotional, physical and cognitive development
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Support positive behaviour strategies and physical intervention where trained
• Prepare classroom resources and maintain a stimulating environment
• Support pupils during snack times, outdoor learning, trips and off-site activities
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents and external professionals
• Support Post-16 pupils in developing independent living skills

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Monday to Friday, term-time only
• 08:30-15:30 working hours
• No evenings or weekends
• Excellent work-life balance
• Ongoing SEND, safeguarding, communication, behaviour, moving & handling and medical training
• Supportive environment with excellent career development

Benefits:

• Competitive weekly pay
• 100 joining bonus after 10 shifts
• 250 Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent employment
• Excellent progression opportunities within SEND education

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.