Complex Needs Support Officer- Full Time

Teaching Personnel; Torquay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support agency in Torquay seeks a Complex Needs Support Officer to assist pupils aged 3 to 19 with profound learning disabilities. The role involves providing tailored support and developing individual educational strategies. Candidates should possess a nurturing attitude and preferably have experience in SEN. Competitive pay of £90-£95 per day is offered, alongside free training in child protection and safeguarding. This position can evolve into a permanent role, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference.

Benefits

FREE child protection training

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Ability to adapt communication styles to individual pupils
• Nurturing and caring approach to supporting children

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities
• Assist in activities including hydrotherapy and community walks
• Provide social, emotional, and vocational support

Skills

SEN experience

British Sign Language

Non-verbal communication

Compassionate attitude

Manual handling

Job description

Complex Needs Support Officer

Location: Torquay

Hours: 8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday

Salary: £90-£95

About The Role

We are seeking a committed and determined Complex Needs Support Officer to work with pupils between 3 and 19 with a variety of profound and multiple learning disabilities. Individuals often face significant challenges with communication, cognition, mobility, and independence and usually require specialised support and individualised educational strategies to meet their diverse needs. These pupils need someone approachable and compassionate as they may be unsure of forming new relationships. Your ability to build trust and communicate needs to be adaptable to suit their individual needs.

The position is in an alternative provisions setting offering tailored learning to meet the various needs and abilities including moderate, severe, profound, and multi-additional needs of the pupils. You will also participate in activities including assisting pupils to excluding appointments including hydrotherapy and general tasks (e.g., going for a walk to get out into the community). There is a sensory room onsite where you will be supporting pupils 1:1. The lessons you will assist in providing offer social, emotional, and vocational support and are often very hands on to ensure students are prepared for life beyond school, whilst improving their social emotional behaviour.

If you feel you want the opportunity to create a positive difference in the lives of these young pupils whilst also gaining experience within SEN as a Complex Needs Support Officer, then this position will be great for you.

Requirements

We welcome those with previous SEN experience (personal care, British Sign Language, non‑verbal, and ASD), health and social care experience, experience in sports and manual handling is also very sort after, or anyone with a background in supporting young people. We are looking for a fun, bubbly person with a nurturing attitude and someone who is compassionate with natural instincts to care and provide for others.

Applicants will need (or be able to obtain during registration process)

• Enhanced DBS (children only) on the update service.
• Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration.
• Safeguarding (children and young people)
• 24 months of references (factual, characteristic and for childcare)

If you believe you are the right fit for this role or are a keen learner with transferable skills - apply today – We look forward to hearing from you!

Additional Information

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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