Support Assistant

Looking for a role where you can actually see the difference you make? Protocol Education are looking for a Special Needs Support Assistant to join a specialist school in Southend-on-Sea, supporting children and young people with a range of complex additional needs, including Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Autism and physical disabilities. This isn''t a standard Teaching Assistant role. You''ll be working closely with pupils who require a high level of individual support to access education, communicate, develop their independence and get the most from their time at school. What you''ll be doing Supporting pupils 1:1 and in small groups throughout the school day Helping children with SLD, PMLD and complex physical needs access learning Supporting pupils with communication, interaction and engagement Encouraging independence and the development of everyday life skills Providing personal care and physical support where required Supporting pupils who may use wheelchairs, communication aids or other specialist equipment Working alongside teachers, therapists and other specialist professionals Building genuine relationships with pupils and celebrating the small wins that can make a massive difference Who we''re looking for You don''t necessarily need years of experience working in a school. We''re interested in people who are patient, caring, resilient and positive, and who are genuinely comfortable providing hands-on ..... full job details .....