SEND Teaching Assistant - Personal Care & Learning Support

The Methodist Church in Britain; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS enrolment

Employee assistance programme

Health cash plan

Induction programme

Career progression across campuses

Flexible working

On-site staff parking

Swimming sessions & school meals

Job summary

Sherwood Foundation School is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The role runs 30.75 hours across five days per week over 39 weeks, with on-site campuses and no visa sponsorship. Start date is as soon as possible.

A DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK are required. Responsibilities include assisting with learning tasks, physically supporting pupils including hoisting where needed, and helping pupils gain independence and

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Physical ability to move and support pupils

Responsibilities

• Give individual attention and help with learning tasks
• Physically support pupils (incl. wheelchair users) and assist with positioning/hoisting
• Support pupils' independence and self-care
• Provide personal care with dignity and respect
• Build positive relationships with students and carers
• Communicate with pupils, parents, staff and external agencies as part of the team

Skills

Effective communication

Relationship building

Respect and ambition for pupils

Job description

Sherwood Foundation School is seeking a part-time Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The role runs 30.75 hours across five days per week over 39 weeks, with on-site campuses and no visa sponsorship. Start date is as soon as possible.

A DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK are required. Responsibilities include assisting with learning tasks, physically supporting pupils including hoisting where needed, and helping pupils gain independence and