Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs

Academics Ltd; Wirral; On-site; GBP 131,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Wirral is seeking a Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs to support students in a SEND environment. The role involves 1:1 work with pupils with SLD/PMLD, with opportunities for small-group support and classroom integration.

Experience in care/support and a genuine passion for helping SEND students is valued. An enhanced DBS check is required or willingness to obtain one, with the position based in Wirral.

Qualifications

• Experience with complex needs and SEND students preferred.
• Enhanced DBS check required or willing to apply.
• Based in Wirral or able to travel there for work.
• Motivation to transition from care/support to education.

Responsibilities

• 1:1 classroom support with a child; occasional small-group assistance.
• Facilitate sensory-based and cognitive learning using a range of resources.
• Support pupils with communication and independence using appropriate strategies.
• Assist students with personal care when required.
• Prioritise safeguarding and report concerns to DSL.

Skills

Care/Support background

SEND experience

Behaviour management

Passion for SEND

Job description

Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs for SEND schools in Wirral!

Location - Wirral

Position - Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs

Pay - £95 - £105 (based on experience)

Are you an experienced care or support worker looking to transition into the education sector? If you have a genuine passion for supporting students with complex needs, this is the role for you!

As a Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs, you will be working with students with learning disabilities, including Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD) and Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD). Classroom experience is not essential, and those who have worked with vulnerable children and young people are encouraged to apply. This is a rewarding role for aspiring teaching assistants, and it offers the opportunity to build classroom experience in a SEND environment.

About the Role:

• Classroom Support - Although this position is likely to be 1:1 with a child, there may be times where small-group support is required. Supporting the teacher in the class room in delivering tailored education to students in an engaging way.


• Sensory and Cognitive Learning -Facilitate sensory-based learning experiences, using a range of sensory resources, equipment and approaches to encourage exploration, engagement and development.


• Communication - Support pupils with communication, interaction and the development of independence, using appropriate communication strategies and resources.


• Personal Care - Assisting students with toileting, feeding, and other forms of personal care where required.


• Safeguarding - Prioritising safeguarding and reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

What We Are Looking For:

• Care/Support Background - Prior experience as a Teaching Assistant for Complex Needs is advantageous, but we encourage those with a background in care/support/residential work to apply.


• Experience with SEND - Although this is not essential, knowledge of special needs, including PMLD and SLD, would be useful for this role.


• Behaviour Management - Confident in behaviour management and emotional regulation.


• Passionate - We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to improving the lives of children with SEND, and who will prioritise


• Wirral Based - Based in Wirral or be able to travel there for work.

This role requires an enhanced DBS check, so the candidate must have one already or be willing to apply for one through Academics.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy