Term-Time Special Support Assistant — Empower Learning

Hollybank Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollybank Trust invites applications for a Special Support Assistant to join our specialist education team. You will support children and young people with complex disabilities, assisting with learning activities, personal care, and enrichment visits.

The role is term-time only, 35 hours per week, with duties that promote communication, independence and wellbeing in a safe learning environment. DBS checks and safeguarding are required.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A willingness to undertake training and professional development.
• Previous experience of working with children/young people with complex disabilities
• A level 3 qualification in childcare (or a willingness to complete following probation)
• Experience with non-verbal communication.
• Previous experience of working with children/young people with physical/learning disabilities in a school environment

Responsibilities

• Supporting children and young people throughout the school day
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
• Assisting with learning activities on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Working closely with Teachers and multidisciplinary professionals
• Supporting educational visits and enrichment activities
• Helping to create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment
• Promoting wellbeing, dignity and positive self-esteem
• Supporting personal care and following individual care plans where required
• Recording progress and celebrating achievements every step of the way

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Non-verbal communication

Willingness to train

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Hollybank Trust invites applications for a Special Support Assistant to join our specialist education team. You will support children and young people with complex disabilities, assisting with learning activities, personal care, and enrichment visits.

The role is term-time only, 35 hours per week, with duties that promote communication, independence and wellbeing in a safe learning environment. DBS checks and safeguarding are required.