SEN Support Assistant

Description:

SEN Support Worker

Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Location: Eastcote, HA5
Start Date: ASAP
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About the Role

We are looking for a caring, experienced and dedicated SEN Support Worker to join a specialist SEN school in Eastcote, supporting children and young people aged 4–19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), physical disabilities and complex medical needs.

This is a highly specialist setting where pupils require individualised support with their education, communication, physical development and daily care.

We are particularly interested in candidates with a background in healthcare, complex care, residential care, nursing assistance or supporting individuals with significant physical and medical needs. Previous school experience is not essential.

You will work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment, helping pupils develop independence, communication and essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide 1:1 support to pupils with complex SEN and medical needs

* Support children with PMLD, SLD and physical disabilities

* Assist with personal care, feeding and daily routines

* Support mobility, positioning, hoisting and moving and handling

* Follow individual healthcare plans and care procedures

* Support pupils with medical needs in line with training and care plans

* Assist with sensory-based learning and communication activities

* Monitor pupil wellbeing and report any concerns

* Work closely with teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

* Previous experience in healthcare, complex care, support work or SEN

* Experience providing personal care

* Confidence supporting individuals with physical disabilities or complex needs

* Patient, compassionate and attentive approach

* Ability to follow individual care plans and safeguarding procedures

* Strong communication and teamwork skills

* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

* Right to Work in the UK

Desirable:

* Experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Worker or Complex Care Support Worker

* Experience supporting PMLD, SLD or multiple disabilities

* Moving and handling training, including hoist use

* Experience with PEG feeding, epilepsy care or other specialist medical procedures

* Knowledge of Makaton, AAC or sensory communication approaches

What This Role Offers

* ASAP start

* Full-time, Monday – Friday position

* Specialist SEN environment supporting complex medical and physical needs

* Opportunity to transition from healthcare or care work into education

* Supportive teaching and multidisciplinary team

* Opportunity to develop specialist PMLD and complex care experience

* Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent work