Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker - High Wycombe
Education and Training - Ideal LSA role for Criminology and Psychology graduates.
This LSA role is in a specialist provision for children aged 11-19 who have experienced significant trauma, social, emotional, and mental health challenges.
There is a strong focus on holistic and restorative practices, aiming to create empathy at every opportunity. The school prioritizes non-punitive measures, utilizing manual handling training only when absolutely necessary.
A practical trial day will be conducted in the school to ensure the role is suitable for you. This is contingent on your availability to start ASAP or if you have a notice period, with a potential January start.
Can you improve the students' lives, keep them safe, and demonstrate the value of education?
You will receive extensive SEN and safeguarding training, including MAPA Training. As an aspiring clinical psychologist, you will have the opportunity over the next 10 years to qualify and refine your interests and skills.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Support secondary-aged students (11-16) with EHCPs, including those with Autism, OCD, and varying levels of social anxiety.
2. Engage in physical work while being pragmatic to facilitate academic progress according to each child's context.
3. Adapt to and manage some anti-social behavior, which is part of the role when aiding vulnerable children.
4. Implement various therapies and holistic processes, recognizing that even small progress is significant.
5. Address the needs of students with Pathological Demand Avoidance and Pervasive Developmental Disorder.
6. Focus on the diverse cognitive abilities of all students.
7. Foster positive engagement, providing students with a sense of acceptance and exploring different therapeutic approaches.
8. Set objectives for students and encourage as much independence as possible, especially for those in assisted living.
Aspiring Youth Outreach Worker - High Wycombe
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