School Support Assistant with Personal Care - Alfriston School
Alfriston School is a Special School for pupils with MLD aged 11-19 years based in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire. Our creative, individualised approach to learning is centred around wellbeing and skills for independence. We work hard to ensure our pupils are well prepared in their pathways for when they leave us to achieve their goals and succeed.
We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic School Support Assistant with Personal Care responsibilities to work with a visually impaired pupil within our school. You will have specific responsibilities in relation to supporting physical access/navigation of the school site, personal care responsibilities and ensuring safety and inclusion in line with their EHCP provision. You will be calm, patient and passionate about children having a positive experience in education. Working with students with Special Educational Needs is an extremely rewarding environment; if you have the skills we are looking for, please get in touch.
Term time only (39 Weeks Per Year)
Salary Type: Bucks pay
Salary details: Bucks Pay Range 1 ISN 6 £23,297 Pro Rata, Actual Salary £17,472
Contract type: Fixed Term November 2024 – 31st August 2025
Hours: 37 Hours (Monday-Thursday 8.30-4.30pm & Friday 8.30-4.00pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break)
Interviews to be held: W/C Monday 25th November 2024
About the role
Aim: To provide support within both pastoral and academic situations, to help a specific pupil to achieve their full potential, and to ensure the safety and well-being of all pupils.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Support the pupil on a 1:1 basis with physical disabilities including carrying out personal care.
2. Support the pupil in their navigation of the school site due to visual impairment.
3. Work with teachers to support learning activities for the pupil under the overall direction and supervision of a teacher.
4. Work in a group setting or support a particular pupil in a one-to-one setting under the direction and guidance of a teacher.
5. Record and report on development, progress and attainment of the pupil on school systems as required.
6. Liaise with staff and other relevant professionals and provide information about the pupil as appropriate.
7. Provide feedback and records of progress/difficulties to the VI (Visual Impairment) team as appropriate.
8. Undertake general administrative tasks required across departments.
9. Respond positively to the physical and emotional needs of the pupils within the school.
10. Assist in transporting or supervising the pupil to offsite educational activities.
11. Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection; and report all concerns to an appropriate person.
12. Develop and promote positive working relationships with staff, pupils and parents and promote the school positively at all times.
13. Reinforce the standards and expectations that exist within the Aims of Alfriston School.
14. To undertake any other duties and responsibilities from time to time that may be reasonably required by the Headteacher.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
About you
Desirable Experience:
* Working in a mainstream or special school
* Working with children/young adults with special needs
* Working with children/adults providing personal care
* Working with children/adults with visual impairment
Desirable Knowledge and Skills:
* Strong verbal & written communication skills and an ability to use these to have a positive input on student learning in the classroom & in small groups/1-1
* Ability to work within set guidelines and respond to unexpected circumstances
* Ability to cope with exposure to emotionally demanding situations
* Ability to prioritise workloads and have excellent time management and organisational skills
* Able to take a whole school perspective on issues
* Able to use ICT to support teaching and learning
* Understanding of promoting positive relationships within the wider school community
* Understanding equality and diversity issues and implications for policy and practice
Personal Qualities:
* Positive and friendly personality
* Good organisational skills
* Able to use initiative and work independently
* Ability to relate to young people in a positive manner
* Willingness to constructively challenge the work of self and others to continually improve own and team performance
* To show loyalty and commitment to the school
Other information
To Apply: Please visit our website www.alfristonschool.com to download and complete the non-teaching application form, please send a supporting cover letter with your application. All applications are to be sent via email to recruit@alfristonschool.com for the attention of Mrs Ellie Davison.
If you would like to make an informal visit please also contact Mrs Ellie Davison who will be delighted to arrange this for you.
Closing Date for Applications: Thursday 21st November 2024 @ 9:00am
Interview Date: W/C Monday 25th November 2024
Tel No: 01494 673740
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children which will be reflected throughout recruitment. The selected candidate will be required to provide suitable references and undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check before taking up the post.
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