Specialist Education & Care Assistant

Senploy; Devon and Torbay; Sur place; GBP 19 000 - 23 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development

Structured school hours

Supportive team

Résumé du poste

Senploy is recruiting for a Specialist Education & Care Assistant to join a dedicated SEN school in Plymouth. You will support pupils with complex needs, helping them access learning and develop independence in a structured day.

Responsibilities include assisting with EHCP goals, communication strategies, and personal care as needed. A full UK driving licence is required, as is an Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one. This role offers a supportive team and structured hours.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent).
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Compassionate, patient and resilient approach.

Responsabilités

• Support pupils in line with their EHCPs.
• Assist with communication development and emotional regulation strategies.
• Provide personal care support where required.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and wider support teams.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Encourage independence, engagement and positive social interaction.
• Support pupils during classroom activities and throughout the wider school day.
• Build positive relationships that promote confidence and emotional wellbeing.

Connaissances

Compassionate

Patient

Resilient

Team player

Formation

GCSEs in English & Maths

Description du poste

Hours: 0900 - 15:15 | Full-Time | SEN School

Support, Care, and Inspire Every Day

A specialist SEN school in Plymouth is seeking a caring and dedicated Specialist Education & Care Assistant to join their supportive team. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with complex additional needs within a structured and nurturing educational environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils access learning, build confidence, develop independence, and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism (ASC), communication difficulties, SEMH needs, and complex learning needs.

Responsibilities

• - Support pupils in line with their Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• - Assist with communication development and emotional regulation strategies
• - Provide personal care support where required
• - Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists, and wider support teams
• - Help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment
• - Encourage independence, engagement, and positive social interaction
• - Support pupils during classroom activities and throughout the wider school day
• - Build positive relationships that promote confidence and emotional wellbeing

Requirements

• - Holds a full UK driving licence
• - Has GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent)
• - Has a compassionate, patient, and resilient approach
• - Is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
• - Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team
• - Is comfortable supporting personal care where required
• - Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or is willing to obtain one

What's on Offer

• - Supportive and experienced SEN school team
• - Opportunity to develop specialist SEND experience
• - Rewarding role with ongoing professional development
• - Structured school hours with a positive work-life balance
• - Potential for long-term or permanent opportunities

Safeguarding Commitment

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.