Special Needs Educare Assistant
- Location: Leeds
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Competitive
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Needs Assistant to join our team at a special educational needs school in Leeds. This role is crucial in supporting children and young people aged 2-19 with a range of severe and complex needs, including physical disabilities, sensory impairments, and cognitive challenges. The ideal candidate will be passionate about improving the outcomes and life chances of our students, providing the highest level of care and education.
Day to Day of the Role:
- Work under the direct instruction of the Lead Educarer.
- Attend to the pupils' personal and intimate care needs, including feeding, social, health, physical, hygiene, toileting, behaviour, communication, and interaction as required.
- Ensure the cleanliness and readiness of changing areas and learning spaces.
- Maintain the general tidiness of specific changing areas.
- Support the delivery of a bespoke curriculum, tailored to individual student needs.
About the School:
Our school is a nurturing environment that caters to a diverse group of students with a variety of educational and care needs. We are committed to providing a curriculum that is both accessible and challenging, ensuring that each student has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Our staff are trained to support students with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
- Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
- Physical Disabilities
- Sensory Impairments
We believe in creating a supportive community where every child is valued and encouraged to grow and develop in a safe and secure setting.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience working with children or young people with special educational needs is desirable.
- A caring and patient nature.
- Ability to work as part of a team and under the instruction of a lead educator.
- Commitment to professional development and learning.
- Strong communication skills to interact effectively with students, staff, and parents/carers.
Benefits:
- A supportive and welcoming team environment.
- Commitment to your professional development.
- Strong leadership and a staff community that prioritises student needs.
- Rewarding experiences with wonderful pupils.
- A sense of family and mutual care among staff.