KS2 Additional Needs Support Assistant
| Job title: | KS2 Additional Needs Support Assistant |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Liverpool |
| Industry: | SEND |
| Salary: | £92.57 - £100 per day + PAYE |
| Reference: | KS2ANSA_1786340869 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Luke@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
KS2 Additional Needs Support AssistantAre you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?
A specialist SEND school is looking for a compassionate and dedicated KS2 Additional Needs Support Assistant to support children with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), and autism.
If you're looking for a meaningful career with sociable hours, excellent work-life balance and the opportunity to help children thrive, this could be the perfect role for you.
Why this role is so rewarding
As a KS2 Additional Needs Support Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning while supporting their personal, social and emotional development in a safe and nurturing environment.
What you'll be doing
Working closely with teachers, therapists and other professionals, you will:
-Support pupils with severe learning difficulties, PMLD and autism on a one-to-one and small group basis
-Deliver planned learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher, adapting support to meet individual needs
-Assist with personal care, including toileting, dressing, eating and promoting independence where appropriate
-Support therapy programmes and administer medication following appropriate training and agreed care plans
-Encourage communication using Makaton, PECS and assistive communication technology
-Promote children's social, emotional and academic development through structured learning and play
-Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff
-Support positive behaviour management strategies and assist with physical intervention where trained and required
-Prepare classroom resources and maintain an engaging learning environment
-Support pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes, educational visits and off-site activities
-Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents and external professionals to provide the best outcomes for every child
Why you'll love this role
-Monday to Friday, term-time only
-Typical working hours of 08:30 - 15:30
-Excellent work-life balance with no evenings or weekends
-The opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils and celebrate their progress
-Ongoing training in SEND, safeguarding, communication strategies, behaviour support, moving and handling and medical care
-Supportive school environment with excellent opportunities for career development
Additional benefits
-Competitive weekly pay
-£100 joining bonus after 10 shifts
-£250 Refer-a-Friend bonus
-Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent employment
-Excellent progression opportunities within SEND education
Apply Today
If you're caring, patient and enthusiastic about supporting children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you. Join a dedicated team where your support will help pupils develop confidence, independence and achieve their full potential.
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Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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