SEND Complex Needs Support Specialist

AMA Admin; South Shields; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Complex Needs Support Worker for a specialist school in Gateshead, starting September. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and develop skills in a safe, nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates have knowledge or experience in SEND and a passion for supporting communication, independence and wellbeing in children with diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of complex needs and SEND settings.
• Ability to support pupils with 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Strong communication skills and use of various methods to support learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with complex and additional needs.
• Support pupils to access learning and participate in school life.
• Develop positive, trusting relationships with pupils and support communication.
• Encourage independence and life skills at each pupil's pace.
• Support sensory activities and personalised learning experiences.
• Assist pupils with physical needs and mobility where required.
• Support personal care including toileting, feeding and hygiene where needed.
• Support pupils' emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• Follow individual support plans and personalised strategies.
• Help pupils develop communication and social interaction skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs and therapists to meet needs.
• Monitor and share information on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Job description

Milk Education is recruiting a Complex Needs Support Worker for a specialist school in Gateshead, starting September. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and develop skills in a safe, nurturing environment.

Ideal candidates have knowledge or experience in SEND and a passion for supporting communication, independence and wellbeing in children with diverse needs.