Are you someone with a background in care looking to make a meaningful difference in the education and wellbeing of young people with profound and complex special educational needs?

A specialist provision in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their team supporting children and young people with complex physical disabilities, profound learning difficulties, and associated medical needs.

• Provide personalised support with daily living activities including personal care, feeding, mobility, and medical routines

• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum through tailored, therapeutic approaches

• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care and education

• Help create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where pupils can thrive

• Support communication using a variety of methods including Makaton, PECS, or other augmentative systems (training provided)

• Experience working in a care role, supporting individuals with complex needs, is highly desirable

• Patience, empathy, and resilience when supporting children with profound disabilities

• Willingness to learn educational strategies and therapeutic approaches

• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care and support

• Relevant training or qualifications (e.g., NVQ in Health & Social Care) are advantageous but not essential

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)