At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with special needs using ABA techniques and develop individualised learning programmes.
- Company: Treetops Learning Community, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Full training provided, competitive pay, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; passion for helping others is key.
Location: Treetops Learning Community
Pay: Band A point 4 (£17,814 actual)
Hours: 27.5 hrs per week - 45.8 wks per year (1 extra paid week after 5 years of service)
Responsible to: Pre formal Pathway Lead
The Role: Previous experience of working with children with special educational needs whilst not essential, is preferable. Full on the job training will be provided.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Tutors working within the Pre formal Pathway department of Treetops school will work under the direction of their class instructor; with support and on-the-job training provided by their class senior.
- Assisting in the development of individualised programmes, underpinned by the science of ABA (applied behaviour analysis), with specific emphasis on pre formal pathway approach to language.
- Implementing these programmes on either a 1:1, 1:2, or small group basis, dependent on the needs of the student(s) they are assigned to work with.
- Preparing resources for the running of targets for each students' programme.
- Collecting data on both behaviours that challenge and skill acquisition throughout the school day.
- Graphing daily data at the end of the school day and cumulative progress data at the end of the school week.
- Maintaining records in each students' individual folder.
- Assisting pre-formal class teachers in the running and set up of daily classroom activities.
- Supervising pairs or small groups of students at breaks and lunch times, encouraging independence, social play with their peers and appropriate behaviour, which is consistent with the school's behaviour, value and aims documents.
- Reporting any safeguarding concerns to the class instructor, Pre formal Pathway Lead or safeguarding leads.
- Developing professional relationships with parents and providing accurate information daily in the home-school communication books.
- Co-operating with colleagues to ensure the aims of the school are achieved consistently.
- Forming and maintaining good relationships with the children and young adults of the school; based on mutual respect, trust and understanding.
- Assisting with the physical and self-care needs of the children and young adults as they require; including, but not limited to, any toileting procedures.
- Working across all key stages within the pre formal department on either a termly or bi-termly basis.
- Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Pre formal Pathway Lead or Headteacher.
The governing body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check, a medical check and satisfactory references.
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St Osyth CE Primary School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for all staff. With a strong commitment to professional development and training, particularly for those working with children with SEND needs, our team thrives on collaboration and high standards. Located in a picturesque rural setting, just a short drive from Colchester and Clacton, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying the benefits of a close-knit community.
