Physical & Sensory Support Assistant
Academics · Oxfordshire · posted 30 days ago
Occupation
6113Educational support assistants
Going rate for this occupation: £23,656 · UK median pay £21,448
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Are you passionate about helping children with physical disabilities, sensory processing needs and additional learning requirements become more confident and independent? Do you have a patient, observant and caring approach and want to develop specialist experience supporting children with SEND?
This Physical & Sensory Support Assistant opportunity in Oxford offers the chance to provide personalised support to children within a specialist educational school. A welcoming school are looking for someone to play an important role in helping children access learning, participate in daily activities and develop their physical, sensory, communication and independence skills.
As a Physical & Sensory Support Assistant , you will work closely with teachers, SEN professionals and, where appropriate, therapists to implement individualised strategies designed around each child's specific needs. Your support will help create an environment where children feel safe, understood and encouraged to make progress at their own pace.
The Role
As a Physical & Sensory Support Assistant , you will provide tailored support based on each child's physical, sensory and communication requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
Implementing individual sensory strategies and programmes developed by therapists and specialist professionals. Supporting children's physical needs, mobility, positioning and access to classroom activities where required. Helping children manage sensory input and develop appropriate sensory regulation strategies . Supporting communication through verbal, visual, gestural and alternative or augmentative communication methods where appropriate. Helping children participate in learning and everyday school activities. Encouraging children to develop greater independence with appropriate support. Providing reassurance and encouragement when children experience sensory overload, anxiety or frustration. Monitoring children's responses to sensory and physical strategies and sharing relevant observations with the wider team. Promoting confidence, self-esteem and positive engagement through a child-centred approach. Supporting a safe, accessible and inclusive environment for children with a range of additional needs. Working collaboratively with teachers, SEN staff and specialist therapists to provide consistent support.
The successful Physical & Sensory Support Assistant will recognise that every child's sensory and physical needs are different and will adapt their approach accordingly.
About You
We are looking for a Physical & Sensory Support Assistant who is:
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