RNLD Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Hampton in Arden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Assistant to work in a specialist school supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). You will collaborate with an RNLD, teachers and the multidisciplinary team to provide tailored support helping pupils access education and develop independence.

The role focuses on supporting health, care and well-being, personal care, communication needs and inclusive learning within a caring school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).
• Ideal experience with pupils with severe learning difficulties, complex needs or additional medical needs.
• Patient, empathetic, adaptable and confident working as part of a team.
• Good understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care.
• Willing to undertake training and follow school policies and professional guidance.
• Ability to build positive relationships and support individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with severe learning difficulties in a specialist school.
• Assist with personal care and daily living activities as required.
• Support communication, sensory needs, emotional regulation and engagement in activities.
• Monitor and report changes in health, behaviour or well-being to staff.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, RNLD and other support workers to tailor support.
• Promote a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Support participation in learning, social activities and wider school life.

Skills

Patient

Empathetic

Adaptable

Team player

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a compassionate, reliable and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work in a specialist school setting supporting pupils with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs, helping them access education while promoting their independence, well being and personal development.

You will work closely with a Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities (RNLD), alongside teachers and the wider multidisciplinary team, to provide tailored support for pupils with complex learning and care needs.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties within a specialist school environment.


• Working alongside the RNLD to support pupils health, care and well-being needs, following individual care plans and clinical guidance.


• Assisting with personal care and daily living activities where required, maintaining pupils dignity and independence.


• Supporting pupils with communication, sensory needs, emotional regulation and engagement in classroom activities.


• Helping pupils participate in learning, social activities and wider school life.


• Monitoring and reporting changes in pupils health, behaviour or well-being to the appropriate staff.


• Promoting a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.


• Working collaboratively with teaching staff, healthcare professionals and other support workers.

Ideal Candidate:

• Has experience supporting children or young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).


• Ideally has experience working with pupils with severe learning difficulties, complex needs or additional medical needs.


• Is patient, empathetic, adaptable and confident working as part of a team.


• Has a good understanding of safeguarding and the importance of person-centred care.


• Is willing to undertake relevant training and follow school policies and professional guidance.


• Can build positive relationships with pupils and support their individual needs effectively.

Why Work with Prospero Teaching?

• Dedicated support from a specialist education recruitment consultant.


• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within specialist SEND settings.


• Access to relevant training and professional development opportunities, where available.


• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references, in line with applicable safeguarding requirements.