SEND Teaching & Care Assistant - Inspire & Support Learners

Hugh Baird College; Sefton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible Working

Medicash

Pension Scheme

Professional Development

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

Health and Wellbeing

Travel benefits

Retail Discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Hugh Baird College, Thornton Campus, seeks a SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support learners with development of independence, life skills and employability in a Makaton Friendly environment. You will work with tutors and the wider team to foster an inclusive, supportive setting.

The role is permanent, full-time, term-time only, with a salary of £23,632 per year (pro rata for hours and weeks worked) and potential bolt-on payments for additional skills. LGPS and Medicash are available.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Care is desirable.
• Level 2 Specialist Teaching Worker Award or Learning Support Certificate is desirable.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet students, ensuring smooth transitions on and off transport.
• Assist and escort students with mobility difficulties during access to all areas and trips.
• Address personal care needs, including hygiene and mobility assistance.
• Supervise students during lunchtimes and breaks to ensure safety.
• Support learners during scheduled teaching sessions and track progress via 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

Excellent communication

Empathy

Autism awareness

Education

NVQ level 2 in Care

Level 2 Specialist Teaching Worker Award/Learning Support Certificate

Job description

Hugh Baird College, Thornton Campus, seeks a SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support learners with development of independence, life skills and employability in a Makaton Friendly environment. You will work with tutors and the wider team to foster an inclusive, supportive setting.

The role is permanent, full-time, term-time only, with a salary of £23,632 per year (pro rata for hours and weeks worked) and potential bolt-on payments for additional skills. LGPS and Medicash are available.