SEND Teaching & Care Assistant - Flexible, Supportive Role

Hugh Baird College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Medicash

Staff benefits

Job summary

Hugh Baird College is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support students at Thornton College, a specialist centre in the Liverpool City Region. You will help with mobility, personal care, and learning activities, under guidance from teachers and a multidisciplinary team.

Based at Thornton College, you will contribute to tailored learning programmes, helping students develop independence and life skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Care or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and ability to develop rapport with staff and students.
• Knowledge and understanding of challenges of working with people with differing needs/disabilities including autism.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet students and manage attendance records.
• Assist and escort students with mobility difficulties.
• Address personal care needs with guidance from the multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise students during lunchtimes and breaks for safety and well-being.
• Support learners during planned teaching sessions and track progress with ILPs.
• Participate in planning discussions to adapt support strategies.
• Provide first aid and maintain a safe environment.
• Contribute to enrichment sessions, events and trips.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Autism awareness

Education

NVQ level 2 in Care

Level 2 Specialist Teaching Worker Award

Learning Support Certificate

Job description

Hugh Baird College is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support students at Thornton College, a specialist centre in the Liverpool City Region. You will help with mobility, personal care, and learning activities, under guidance from teachers and a multidisciplinary team.

Based at Thornton College, you will contribute to tailored learning programmes, helping students develop independence and life skills in a supportive environment.