Job description
The Opportunity
We are currently providing support to a young person in the borough of Havering that is not currently able to access mainstream education. We are looking specifically for a SEND specialist to support a child in their home with play-based learning. The student has ADHD, autism and is working below age expected attainment levels, therefore, we require a SEN specialist with experience supporting similar needs and managing behaviour.
Support will take place at the students home in Havering. The young person requires 10 hours of support each week which will take place in 2 hour timeslots from Monday through to Friday.
This role would be best suited to individuals from a Special Educational Needs background, for example Support Workers, Carers, SEN Teaching Assistants, SEN mentors.
VACANCY DETAILS:
Hours per week -10 hours
Timetable – 2 hours per day, Monday to Friday (during school hours)
Duration of booking – ongoing, until a school placement is secured
Location – Romford, Havering
Experience, Training and Qualifications of the SEND Specialist Tutor:
· Teaching, tutoring, or learning support experience as a minimum
· Strong experience working with individuals with a variety of SEND
· PECS/Makaton training preferred
· Be creative, patient and willing to think outside of the box
· Have experience working with challenging behaviour and disengaged pupils