Description:
We're seeking dedicated and compassionate Education Assistants within Hemel Hempstead to support neurodivergent young people on a one-to-one basis in their family home and the wider Hertfordshire community.
This is your chance to take on a rewarding role where you'll help shape a young person's future by supporting their daily living skills, encouraging engagement in indoor and outdoor activities, and promoting their independence.
Available Hours:
Hemel Hempstead: 3x 30 hours
About the Role:
As an Education Assistant, you'll:
1. Work closely with the young person to create meaningful and engaging learning opportunities.
2. Use low-arousal and low-demand approaches to ensure a supportive environment tailored to their unique needs.
3. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a provision aligned with the young person's EHCP outcomes.
4. Facilitate smooth transitions between activities and support them in overcoming challenges related to anxiety and school-based trauma.
Education Assistant - Key Requirements:
We're looking for someone who is:
1. Available Monday to Friday during school hours and term-time (flexibility for part-time applicants).
2. Calm, adaptable, and approachable with a positive and friendly attitude.
3. Experienced in working one-to-one with neurodivergent children, particularly those with ADHD or a demand avoidant profile.
4. Familiar with supporting children in family home settings and navigating challenges related to transitions and anxiety.
5. Comfortable driving and using their car as part of the role (mileage expenses reimbursed).
Education Assistant - Preferred Experience & Skills:
* Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and reporting progress to coordinators or teachers.
* Knowledge of preparing young people for adulthood.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
Education Assistant - Qualifications & Essential Criteria:
* A full, clean driver's license and access to a car (essential).
* Teaching assistant (or equivalent) qualification (desirable).
* Level 1 safeguarding qualification (desirable; training provided if needed).
* Advanced DBS check on the Update Service (ideal; provided if not already held).
* First aid training qualification (ideal; provided if needed).
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