Overview
Smile Education are seeking an experienced Learning Support Practitioner to join a welcoming school in the Walsall area. This rewarding role involves providing tailored support to a student with Cerebral Palsy Quadriplegia, associated learning difficulties, and additional developmental needs. We are looking for a caring, patient, and proactive practitioner who is passionate about making a difference in a young person’s life, encouraging independence wherever possible, and supporting both academic and personal growth.
About the Role
You will work closely with a student to:
* Support in lessons, including note-taking where required (Chromebook use in class).
* Assist with gross and fine motor skill challenges, while encouraging independence in self-help tasks.
* Provide support with speech and language needs.
* Encourage emotional and social skills development, supporting confidence in peer interactions.
* Offer assistance at lunchtimes (buying/carrying food) while promoting independence during meals.
* Provide personal care support, including safe use of a rotunda.
Student’s Targets and Outcomes
* Maintain and grow confidence in both social and academic settings.
* Develop independence in managing physical needs and learning tasks.
* Continue striving towards greater self-help and life skills.
About You
To be successful, you will have:
* Recent experience supporting children or young people with SEN, ideally with complex physical and learning needs.
* A relevant qualification in education, childcare, or health and social care.
* A compassionate and flexible approach, with the ability to build strong, positive relationships.
* Confidence in providing personal care in a respectful and dignified way.
* The patience and creativity to adapt learning tasks and encourage independence.
* An enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to apply for a new one).
* A minimum of two references covering the last two years, with comments on your interaction with children.
Why Smile Education?
* Competitive pay rates.
* Dedicated consultant support.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* The chance to make a real difference in a student’s life.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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