SEND Complex Care TA: Compassionate Classroom Support

Vision For Education Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay rates paid weekly

Pension contributions

AWR compliance

Refer a friend bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education are seeking dedicated Complex Care Teaching Assistants to work within SEND settings across Birmingham. You will provide essential support to pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and participate in class activities.

We welcome applicants with care or support work experience and a commitment to safeguarding. The role offers ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, competitive PAYE rates and opportunities within a nationally recognised education

Qualifications

• Hold suitable qualifications such as Youth Work, Health and Social Care or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools are desired but not essential.
• Have strong communications skills with the ability to quickly build rapport with students
• Able to obtain suitable references and a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to pupils with complex medical, physical and developmental needs.
• Support pupils with intimate care, including toileting, changing, feeding and personal hygiene, while maintaining dignity and respect.
• Assist with the safe administration of medication and delivery of agreed healthcare procedures, in line with training and school policies.
• Monitor pupils’ health and wellbeing, recognising changes in their condition and responding appropriately to medical needs.
• Support pupils with complex needs, including those with physical disabilities, learning difficulties and communication challenges.
• Work closely with teachers, nurses, therapists, families and other professionals to deliver individualised care and learning support.
• Support pupils’ access to learning, communication, sensory activities and wider school life.
• Follow individual healthcare plans, risk assessments, safeguarding procedures and moving and handling guidance.
• Promote pupils’ independence, inclusion, emotional wellbeing and quality of life.
• Maintain accurate records of care provided and report any concerns or changes in pupils’ needs to the appropriate staff.

Skills

Strong communications skills

Rapport with students

Ability to obtain references

Education

Youth Work qualifications

Health and Social Care qualifications

Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Vision for Education are seeking dedicated Complex Care Teaching Assistants to work within SEND settings across Birmingham. You will provide essential support to pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and participate in class activities.

We welcome applicants with care or support work experience and a commitment to safeguarding. The role offers ongoing support from a dedicated consultant, competitive PAYE rates and opportunities within a nationally recognised education