Student Support Assistant: Disability & Independent Living

Oaklands College; East Finchley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme with?

Onsite gym and wellness

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye care vouchers

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Oaklands College is seeking a Student Support Assistant for the Springfield SEND team. This role is term-time only and involves hands-on support for students aged 16–24 with disabilities, delivering EHCP-based targets, managing behaviour and promoting independent living skills.

Responsibilities include 1:1 support, potential medication and personal care, and collaboration with tutors to track progress. Experience with SEND and mobility support is essential, with duties across classroom and

Qualifications

• Hands-on support for 16–24 year olds with disabilities, learning difficulties and complex needs.
• Experience delivering EHCP-based targets and supporting behaviours.
• Medication and personal care experience may be required according to role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with session tutors to ensure SMART targets are met.
• Support students with complex behaviours to reduce incidents and improve self-regulation.
• Administer medication under nursing direction and support medical needs.
• Provide personal care as needed, including prompting and assistance.
• Assist students with independent living skills in community settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Initiative

Multi-tasking

General education

Education

Good general education

Job description

Oaklands College is seeking a Student Support Assistant for the Springfield SEND team. This role is term-time only and involves hands-on support for students aged 16–24 with disabilities, delivering EHCP-based targets, managing behaviour and promoting independent living skills.

Responsibilities include 1:1 support, potential medication and personal care, and collaboration with tutors to track progress. Experience with SEND and mobility support is essential, with duties across classroom and