SEND Child Support Worker

Overview

SEND Child Support Worker - Complex Needs School (PMLD). Do you have a background in care or support work and want to make a real difference in a child's life? We are working with a specialist SEND school supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with complex needs, including PMLD, autism and physical disabilities. This is a nurturing, well supported environment where staff work closely together to provide high levels of care, consistency and emotional support. The school focuses on helping pupils to develop communication, independence and life skills, with every achievement - no matter how small - recognised and celebrated.

Role

This is a hands on support role, combining elements of care and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with complex needs
• Support with personal care, including toileting and feeding where required
• Assist pupils with mobility and physical support needs
• Help create a calm, safe and structured environment
• Support pupils to engage in sensory and learning activities
• Work closely with teachers and therapists as part of a supportive team

Ideal Candidates

• Support workers, care assistants or healthcare workers
• Individuals with experience in complex needs, disability or personal care
• Those looking to transition from care into an education setting

Job Expectations

• Patient, compassionate and reliable
• Comfortable providing personal care and physical support
• Ability to work as part of a team focused, supportive environment
• Motivated by making a genuine difference to vulnerable young people

Why This Role?

• Transfer your care skills into an educational setting
• Gain experience supporting children with complex and medical needs
• Work in a setting that values staff wellbeing, training and development
• Access flexible work or long term opportunities depending on your availability

Contact Laura Dowson on , Ext: 2014.

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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines.

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short term and long term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.