School Support Worker / Care Assistant

SEND Support worker (PMLD)

• Primary/Secondary
• Waltham Forest
• Full-Time
• Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Empowering Learning are currently recruiting Care Assistants to work with pupils with learning difficulties in Waltham Forest. They are seeking experienced Support Worker / Care Assistant's with a background of supporting children & adults with Complex Needs, Autism or learning difficulties. The successful candidate will be supporting pupils on a 1:1 or in group basis. The ideal person will be able to demonstrate a caring and empathetic nature towards the pupils. The school would like a positive and versatile SEN Assistant, with a keen interest in supporting pupils of different learning levels.

Job Responsibilities

• Able to work with groups or 1:1 support
• Supporting individuals with Complex Needs, Autism & Learning Difficulties
• Supervising pupils behaviour
• Encourage, engage and support pupils with their learning & development

Job Requirements

• Adaptable and willing to work with different age groups
• Willing to support children with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Valid DBS registered with the online update service or be prepared to apply for a new DBS
• Available 5 days a week

Benefits to you

• Competitive pay rates
• The opportunity for a permanent contract with the school
• Additional training opportunities via Empowering Learning