Specialist Support Assistant for Students with Complex Needs in Croydon
3 hours ago
Ribbons and Reeves Limited is seeking a dedicated Specialist Support Assistant to join our team in Croydon. As a Specialist Support Assistant, you will work closely with students who have complex and diverse needs, providing support with their personal care, communication, and educational needs.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD) and severe Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will be responsible for providing 1:1 and small group support to students with PMLD, assisting with their personal care, communication, and educational needs. Your role will involve supporting students with physical disabilities, including helping with mobility and use of specialist equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with PMLD, assisting with their personal care, communication, and educational needs.
- Support students with physical disabilities, including helping with mobility and use of specialist equipment.
- Work closely with teaching staff and therapists to implement individual learning and care plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Use your initiative and proactive approach to adapt activities and strategies to engage students and promote their independence.
- Be an empathetic and patient presence in the classroom, fostering a positive and supportive environment for the students.
- Assist with sensory and therapeutic activities, contributing to the enrichment of students' lives and promoting their well-being.
Essential Qualities:
- Experience working in a PMLD school or residential setting with PMLD service users is highly desirable.
- A Social Care degree or similar qualification would be well-suited to this role.
- Manual Handling and Child and Adult Level 2 Safeguarding qualifications are advantageous.
- Strong empathy, patience, and emotional resilience, with a genuine passion for supporting young people with SEND.
- A proactive attitude, with the ability to think on your feet and take initiative in a dynamic environment.
What We Offer:
- An estimated salary of £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, depending on experience.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young adults with complex needs.
- A supportive team environment that values staff development and provides ongoing training.
- The chance to gain experience in a challenging yet fulfilling role, where your work will contribute to the personal and educational development of young people with complex needs.
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