L2 Special Teaching Assistant — Caring Student Support

Seven Hills School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Seven Hills School is a co-educational secondary special school for young people aged 11–19. All of our students have learning difficulties, and many have additional needs relating to communication, sensory processing, physical development and medical conditions.

We are seeking a Level 2 Special Teaching Assistant to provide care and support, including assistance with medication, tube feeding and personal care, in a nurturing, respectful environment where pupils are valued and encouraged to

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with learning difficulties and varied needs.
• Ability to provide personal care support and supervise medical tasks as required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and creating a respectful learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with medication administration and monitoring as needed.
• Support tube feeding and personal care to maintain student comfort and safety.
• Promote independence, communication and positive behaviour in daily activities.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to enable access to learning activities.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Seven Hills School is a co-educational secondary special school for young people aged 11–19. All of our students have learning difficulties, and many have additional needs relating to communication, sensory processing, physical development and medical conditions.

We are seeking a Level 2 Special Teaching Assistant to provide care and support, including assistance with medication, tube feeding and personal care, in a nurturing, respectful environment where pupils are valued and encouraged to