An exciting opportunity has arisen for 2 learning support assistants to join an ''Outstanding School'' for pupils aged 3 to 19 years with a range of severe learning difficulties (SLD) including profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD).As a Teaching assistant at this SEND school, you will be responsible for providing learning support to individuals and groups while supporting teaching staff. You will be supporting, using a mix of resources to inspire pupil''s understanding, focusing on their early on early communication, interaction and the cognitive skills that are important for development and learning.They are looking for candidates with existing experience supporting pupils with special needs, any one with personal experience, health care assistant/ support worker background or mainstream experience supporting pupils on a one to one basis.Career Teachers offer a range of free CPD accredited SEND specific courses to upskill the right candidates. 80- 100 per dayLong-term contracts for 1 yearImmediate starts availableRequirementsA patient and understanding approach and mannerA flexible and amenable attitudeExcellent verbal and written communication skillsReliable attendance and punctualityClear DBS checkExperience of PECS, Makaton, Intensive Interaction, Rapid Prompting Method and other relevant augmentative and alternative communication approaches are advantageous but not essentialResponsibilitiesBe aware of, and remain responsible for all safeguarding of pupils ..... full job details .....