Location: Burton-on-Trent (DE13) Start Date: 22nd May (earlier start available) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 4:00pm (Term Time Only) Contract: Full-Time We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a secondary-aged student with complex physical and medical needs at a specialist provision in Burton-on-Trent. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in a young person’s life by supporting both their educational and personal care needs in a supportive school environment. About the Role: • Providing 1:1 support for a 14-year-old student • Assisting with mobility using an electric wheelchair • Supporting with personal care requirements • Using specialist equipment, including a hoist (training and/or experience required) • Working closely with teaching staff and healthcare professionals • Ensuring the student’s safety, comfort, and inclusion throughout the school day About the Student: The student has a life-limiting condition and complex needs, including reduced mobility, a heart condition, scoliosis, and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. A sensitive, respectful, and proactive approach is essential. Candidate Requirements: • Experience supporting children or young people with complex needs • Manual handling training (desirable) • Comfortable supporting personal care • Calm, patient, and empathetic nature • Ability to build strong, trusting relationships • Reliability and commitment to a full-time, long-term role What We Offer: • A supportive and welcoming school environment • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact • Ongoing support and guidance Interview Process: Face-to-face interviews are taking place at the school with the opportunity to meet the student and their family.
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Tessa Ejehu on 020 7580 2956 | Ext: 1044.
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