Camphill Community Glencraig | Classroom Assistant (Additional SEN)

Due to the ongoing expansion of our school, we are recruiting for a number of Classroom Assistants (Additional Special Educational Needs) to join an established team, providing the highest possible standard of educational support and care to students with a range of complex special educational needs, and in particular, autism spectrum condition. The post involves supporting our students to engage with the curriculum by participating in meaningful daily activities which nurture well-being and encourage the development of skills. As a Classroom Assistant, you will play a vital role in promoting independence and learning within an idyllic natural setting. The Classroom Assistants role may require an element of personal care and at times will require the use of redirection or physical intervention as a last resort, with those presenting with behaviours of concern. *Please Note this role does not currently meet the criteria set by the UK Home Office for the Tier 2 Health and Social Care Visa * Closing date: 4pm Friday 24th January 2025 Salary: £ 20,916.48 – £22,813.44 per annum N.B. Salaries are paid equally over 12 months Hours: Monday Friday 8.30am-3.30pm, Thursday 8.30am-2.30pm 34 hours per week for 49 weeks (3 weeks off duty) * Additional hours after school, on weekends or during off duty periods, may be available in our on-site childrens and adults homes if NISCC registered, through our internal bank staff facility. Glencraig meets this professional fee. Contract: Permanent Annual Leave: 55 days:28 days plus 12 statutory days plus staff benefit from anadditional 15 days off duty days* Essential Criteria: Demonstrates Glencraigs values QCF Level 3 or equivalent in a suitable related discipline (This criterion may be waived in the case of a candidate who fulfils the Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Criteria. A Level 3 qualification must be commenced on appointment) At least six months experience in an educational support or caring field. A team player Knowledge, understanding and experience of dealing with behaviours of concern both as an individual, and as part of a team Desirable Criteria: GCSE English and Mathematics to Grade C or above or equivalent Training in Positive Behaviour Support Experience in a Camphill School or SEN school setting Good awareness and ability in a variety of areas of learning e.g. literacy, numeracy, science, arts and crafts Skills: Learning support Special Needs Working with children SEN Children with special needs Schools Autism Benefits: Group Life Assurance Paid Holidays Parking Pension Fund