SEND Support Worker - School Based

SEND Support Worker - School Based (Young People)
Location: Liverpool
Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Milk Education is working with a large SEND specialist provision in the Liverpool area to recruit SEND Support Workers who genuinely want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people with a range of profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), ASC, ADHD and complex learning needs.

This role is suited to individuals who are patient, caring and passionate about supporting children to feel safe, understood and included in their learning. As A school SEND Support Worker, you will work with pupils who may be non-verbal, have physical disabilities, or require high levels of personalised support - so a calm, non-judgemental approach and strong communication skills are essential.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available, offering flexibility to suit your availability.

• Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils aged from 5 - 19 years old with a range of PMLD
• Support with the delivery of Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Encourage emotional wellbeing, communication and social development
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teachers, other school staff and external professionals
• Support with personal care if and when required: Moving and Handling, Toileting, PEG Feeding, etc. (training provided)
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all

• Experienced Support Workers who are open to working with children would fit this role perfectly due to the complex needs of the children who attend this school
• Previous experience adminstering personal care is advantaegous
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• A patient, caring and non-judgemental approach to supporting others
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt to individual needs
• Ability to work proactively, both independently and as part of a team
• An Enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people - all applicants will be subject to stringent safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS, employment references and right-to-work verification.

Apply now by sending over your CV to the email address listed below: