At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs in a nurturing environment and help them thrive.
- Company: Specialist SEND school dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, term-time hours, ongoing training, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and celebrate the progress of every child.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact on children's lives while enjoying a great work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic individuals ready to support diverse learning needs.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Are 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
- 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
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.
