Position: Complex Needs Support Specialist
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £84 - £95 per day
Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible working options available)
Application Deadline: Friday, 25th October 2024
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Complex Needs Support Specialist to join our team, providing tailored, person-centred support in an inclusive and nurturing environment.
- Deliver personalised support to individuals with complex needs, including SEND, ASD, ADHD, and other additional requirements, within educational or care settings.
- Create and implement individual support plans based on assessments and ongoing evaluations of each person's specific needs.
- Assist in the delivery of specialised learning programmes and activities, ensuring they are adapted to individual requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with teaching staff, therapists, and other professionals to deliver holistic support.
- Monitor progress, adapt strategies when necessary, and ensure a safe, inclusive environment for all individuals.
- Promote positive behaviour and well-being, offering emotional and practical support where needed.
- A relevant qualification in health and social care, special education, or a related field (minimum Level 3).
- Additional training in behaviour management, de-escalation techniques, or related areas is desirable.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, best practices, and safeguarding requirements for individuals with SEND and additional needs.
- Proven experience in supporting individuals with complex needs, particularly those with SEND, ASD, ADHD, and similar conditions.
- A deep understanding of the unique learning, emotional, and behavioural needs of individuals with additional requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling positive engagement with individuals of all ages.
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing needs.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your role.
- Opportunities for professional development and further training.
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals with complex needs.
- £50 refer-a-friend scheme for Teachers and Teaching Assistants.
- Access to Educator Networking Events.
Additional Information:
All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent role.
Safeguarding Commitment:
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We conduct comprehensive safeguarding checks on all workers in line with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence for shortlisted candidates. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. Candidates must have or be willing to obtain a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
Full assistance will be provided.