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Make a Real Difference – One Child at a Time
Are you compassionate, patient, and proactive? Do you have experience working with children with additional needs or are eager to learn and make a difference? We have a unique and rewarding opportunity for a Teaching and Rehabilitation Assistant to join a dedicated team supporting a 6 year old child with Cerebral Palsy (CP) and learning difficulties, educated at home within the Giggleswick area.
This is more than just a support role – it combines education support, rehabilitation and sensory – based learning to help a bright and engaging child achieve their full potential. You'll be working closely with the child's family, multidisciplinary therapy team, education professionals and a case manager, to support the child's development, independence and overall wellbeing.
Whether you have experience as a Teaching Assistant, Therapy Support Worker, or in care/rehabilitation, we welcome your application – full training and supervision will be provided.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
Education & Sensory Support
Deliver home- school teaching plans under the guidance of SEN specialists.
Use multi- sensory techniques (visual, tactile, auditory, movement- based) to support learning.
Adapt activities and resources to suit the child's sensory and education needs.
Therapy & Rehabilitation
Implement therapy and sensory regulation programmes as directed by physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists.
Support the child's use of specialist equipment (e.g. walkers, standing frames, switches, communication aids).
Help embed therapy goals into daily routines and learning tasks.
Social, Emotional & Cognitive Development
Facilitate access to play and social opportunities in a sensory- aware and inclusive way.
Use sensory- based strategies to encourage communication, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
Teamwork & Communication
Work in close collaboration with the family and professionals.
Participate in reviews and contribute observations on progress and challenges.
Maintain clear and accurate records of progress, activities and sensory responses.
Administration & Professional Standards
Ensure care and education plans are updated and followed.
Follow all safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards.
Provide assistance with personal care if required.
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What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Qualities:
Willingness to learn and follow detailed guidance from therapists, teachers and parents.
Strong interpersonal skills with empathy, patience and creativity.
Clear verbal and written communication
Awareness of professional boundaries, confidentiality and safeguarding.
Team player with a flexible, problem- solving approach.
Full UK driving licence
Experience of working with EYFS (Early Years Approach/ philosophy), either within a specialist setting or mainstream provision.
Ability to be dynamic and 'go with the flow', changing activities according to the child's needs.
Desirable (but not essential – training can be provided):
Experience of supporting children with physical disabilities, learning difficulties or sensory processing needs.
Willingness to support with personal care.
Experience working in a home/community setting
NVQ Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
Experience in educational, therapy, or support settings.
Experience working in CQC or Ofsted – regulated settings
Understanding of sensory processing, learning difficulties, and physical disabilities.
Experience of working with children using a Total Communication Approach.
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What We Offer
A comprehensive induction, with ongoing training and supervision.
Competitive Salary starting from £18 per hour
Supportive working environment with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
Opportunity to make a real difference in a child's life.
A role that provides excellent career development opportunities, meaningful outcomes and professional growth.
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Key Outcomes For This Role
The child achieves measurable progress across education, therapy and personal development.
Therapy and sensory learning programmes are delivered consistently and effectively at home.
The home environment remains structured, positive and responsive to the child's needs.
Strong collaboration and communication are maintained between family and professionals.
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Ready To Apply
If you are committed to helping children reach their full potential through education, therapy and compassionate support, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. A full enhanced DBS check and references will be required prior to appointment.
Key Responsibilities
Services
Personal Care
Domestic Care
Social + Leisure activities
Support to remain independent
Training
Safeguarding Adults/Children
Moving & Handling
Understanding challenging behaviour
Food Hygiene
First Aid
Hand hygiene
Transportation
Full UK driving license
Can drive a motability equipped car
Medical
Safe Administration of Medication
Continence Care
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