sen teaching assistant.

£90 - £95 per day

King's Lynn

Are you a compassionate, reliable, and patient Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant passionate about supporting students with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and complex medical needs?

Do you have specialist experience in delivering sensory-based learning, providing high levels of personal care, and utilising alternative communication methods to unlock the potential of students who require intensive support?

Are you looking for a secure, long-term opportunity within a dedicated, nurturing specialist school environment in King's Lynn where the quality of care and holistic development are paramount?

If you are a highly empathetic and experienced support professional seeking a profoundly rewarding role that focuses on small achievements and enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable learners, then we strongly encourage you to apply!

The Role

An immediate and vital opportunity is available for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly specialised provision in the King's Lynn area. This school caters specifically to pupils with PMLD and other complex, associated needs, often requiring a total communication approach.

This critical position involves providing extensive, holistic 1:1 and small group support to pupils, helping them access a highly differentiated, sensory, and experience-based curriculum. You will be instrumental in managing their daily care, implementing therapeutic and communication programmes, and ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, high-quality personal care and medical support (e.g., feeding, mobility, hoist usage, changing) following established protocols and training, maintaining the student's dignity at all times.
• Assist the Class Teacher and therapists (Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists) in implementing sensory-based activities (e.g., Tacpac, messy play, hydrotherapy) and therapeutic handling techniques.
• Facilitate effective communication using a Total Communication approach, including objects of reference, signing (e.g., Makaton), switches, and body language interpretation.
• Maintain accurate records regarding the student's health, well-being, progress in targets, and any specific incidents, ensuring clear handovers.
• Safely assist with the moving and handling of students, utilising specialist equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, standing frames, hoists) correctly after appropriate training.
• Help create and maintain a sensory-appropriate and stimulating learning environment that promotes well-being and engagement.
• Work closely with parents, external agencies, and the multi-disciplinary team to ensure a consistent, integrated approach to student care and education.

Requirements

• Essential experience supporting pupils with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) or complex physical/medical needs.
• Proven experience or strong willingness to undertake training in personal care and manual handling (e.g., use of hoists).
• Experience with alternative communication methods (e.g., Makaton, PECS, use of switches/communication aids) is highly desirable.
• A naturally patient, extremely gentle, reliable, and highly observant demeanour, with a profound commitment to the dignity and safety of all pupils.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to take direction and work effectively with clinical and therapeutic professionals.
• A current Enhanced Child DBS on the update service (or a willingness to obtain one promptly).

What We Offer

• A highly competitive daily rate of £85 - £100, reflective of the intensity and specialism of the role.
• The opportunity to work in a purpose-built, highly supportive, specialist school environment in King's Lynn.
• Access to essential specialist CPD and training (e.g., Manual Handling, complex medical training, specific sensory programmes).
• A profoundly rewarding career path that directly contributes to the daily comfort, engagement, and small, significant achievements of pupils with the highest level of need.
• £300 Refer A Friend scheme (terms apply).

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.

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