College Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated SEND college in Hounslow is seeking an experienced full-time Learning Support Assistant with a focus on supporting students with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD). The candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role and a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma. This role involves personal care and promoting independence and communication development among students. Opportunities for further involvement in a nurturing educational environment are available.

Benefits

Opportunity to make a difference

Reward for referrals (£50 vouchers)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with SEN students, especially with PMLD.
• A caring and patient approach to support students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to students with PMLD.
• Assist with personal care duties including feeding and toileting.
• Support independence and social development in students.

Skills

Experience with SEN students

Teamwork

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Full-Time SEN Learning Support Assistant (PMLD Focus) Location: Hounslow Start Date: ASAP Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only. We are a specialist Post-16 SEND college in Hounslow, dedicated to supporting young adults with a wide range of needs, with a particular focus on those with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). Our college provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where every learner is supported to achieve their full potential. We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join our team as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred support to learners with a range of complex needs, including PMLD
• Assist with personal care, including feeding, changing, and toileting
• Support students in the classroom and throughout the college day
• Promote independence, communication, and social development
• Support learners with challenging behaviour using appropriate strategies and interventions
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other support staff

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with SEN students, including those with challenging behaviour
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant Diploma (or equivalent qualification)
• Team Teach training (preferred)
• Experience in providing personal care
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

Additional Information

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with additional needs. To apply or for further information, please apply today.

If you are interested, please click on the apply button and contact Molly Chodel on 0207 580 2956 Ext: 1027.

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, donorget that we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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Contact: Molly Chodel

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