SEND Support Worker – School Based (Young People)

Job description

SEND Support Worker – School Based (Young People)Location: L24Full‐time and Part‐time opportunities available

Milk Education is working with a large SEND specialist provision in the South 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).

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.

SEND Support Worker Key Responsibilities

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

SEND Support Worker Person Specification

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 administering personal care is advantageous

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 updated service (or willingness to apply)

Allocated free parking spaces for staff available in car park local to school

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:jodie.smale@milk-education.co.uk0151 519 0800

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Liverpool

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English