Passenger Assistant at Rectory Church of England Primary School's Orchard Specialist Provision, advertised by St Helens Borough Council's schools department, supports children with autism and complex learning needs on their journeys to and from school. The work centres on keeping pupils safe, comfortable and reassured during travel, building trusting relationships and responding calmly to changing needs, while working alongside the driver and school staff. Experience of SEND is desirable rather than essential, with attitude and willingness to learn weighted more heavily. An enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Help pupils travel safely and comfortably to and from school
- Provide reassurance and support tailored to each pupil's individual needs
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
- Respond calmly and positively to changing situations and individual needs
- Work closely with the driver and school staff to keep journeys safe and positive
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Patient, caring and understanding
- Adaptable and able to think on their feet
- Positive, enthusiastic and resilient
- Committed to supporting children with additional needs
- Reliable, responsible and a good team player
- Right attitude and willingness to learn
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Nice to have
- Experience of working with children with SEND
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
