Description
Cert Solutions have a fantastic new opportunity at a special school in Oldbury. This school are seeking SEN Teaching Assistants who are experienced and confident in working within a SEN setting. For this role the school are seeking someone who will be able to fit into their team and help support across all of their classes.
The age range of the pupils are from 11 years old to 16 years old. They have an array of needs from Autism to complex behaviour. This role is full time and will require you to work Monday to Friday, term time only. As this is a role working with SEN pupils, it is important for a successful candidate to be committed to ensure continuity for these pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with PMLD
- Support with personal care, hygiene routines and physical needs
- Assist with moving and handling (training provided where required)
- Support pupils with sensory activities and communication methods
- Promote dignity, independence and emotional wellbeing
- Follow individual care plans, EHCPs and risk assessments
- Work collaboratively with teachers and specialist staff
- Uphold safeguarding and health & safety procedures at all times
Candidate Requirements:
- Experience working with children or young people with PMLD or complex needs
- Background in SEN, care, support work, healthcare or similar settings
- Calm, patient and compassionate approach
- Comfortable with personal care responsibilities
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Enhanced Child and Adult DBS (or willingness to apply)
- Relevant SEN or care qualifications are desirable but not essential
If you are an SEN Teaching Assistant or care support worker looking for rewarding and flexible work in Walsall and Sandwell PMLD schools, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to join CERT Solutions and make a real difference.
All rates are inclusive of holiday pay
Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
For more information or if you would like to apply, please call Paul Graham at the CERT Solutions office on 0121 728 6677 or apply online today.
What CERT Solutions can offer you:
- A dedicated consultant
- A trustworthy supply agency
- Great rates of pay (PAYE)
- Transparency and honesty
- Your ideal role as a supply teacher or teaching assistant
- A full time role
- Long term work
- Permanent roles if preferred
Our values as a supply teaching agency are very important to us and we expect all of our staff to follow our lead in being:
- Communicative
- Efficient
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be required to complete and pass Safeguarding and Prevent training level 2.
