Who are we?
This is
an exciting time to join the TCHC Group. TCHC Group was set up in August 2004.
Since then, we have continued to develop and deliver programmes to support both
young people and adults to learn, achieve and progress toward greater
opportunities. TCHC is an organisation that believes in creating opportunities
for all. It is an organisation that is ethical, friendly, and considerate and
encompasses these values in all its services and operations. Most of all, we
believe in working together as a team to create opportunities for the
individuals we work with to grow, to help them recognise and achieve their
aspirations and goals and attain a positive outcome.
TCHC
is a disability confident, committed employer.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking to
recruit a passionate and committed Special Educational Needs Support Coach. The
intent of this role is to provide support for learners with additional needs.
This support, in the form of off-timetable intervention, will be a part of our
universal offer for learners with SEND.
The main
responsibility of this role will be to conduct Learning Support Meetings for learners
who have additional learning needs, including EHCP annual reviews, to provide out-of-class
1:1 and small group interventions.
This role will be
pivotal in providing meaningful opportunities for success for our SEND learners
and enabling them to secure positive outcomes.
We are
looking to recruit:
Job Title:
Learning
Support Assistant
Location:
Basildon
Southgate
Working
Hours:
Monday
to Thursday 8.45 am to 5.30 pm, 30-minute lunch break
Friday
8.45 am to 1.15 pm, 37.5 hours per week (Term Time only 38 plus 2 weeks). Some flexibility on these hours may be
required.
Contract
Type:
Fixed
Term contract until Jul 27
Reports
to:
Centre Manager
Salary:
£21,923.08
per annum (full-time equivalent £25,000)
What are we looking for?
Qualifications:
·Qualified to PTLLS
(Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector) – Essential
·GCSE (or equivalent)
in English and Maths at grade C or above – Essential
·L2/L3 Safeguarding –
Essential
·SEN qualifications
demonstrating knowledge and competency with ASD (autism spectrum disorder)
·Behaviour management
training
Experience:
·Working with SEN
(Special Educational Needs) learners to enable lesson participation
·Developing resources
and working with ASD, ADHD
·Utilising EHCPs
(Education, Health, and Care Plans) to plan for learner engagement
·Report writing and
progress tracking
·Experience in small
group settings
·Supporting
independence skills, cooking sessions, and arranging trips
·Using scaffolding
techniques to help learners understand different concepts
·Handling challenging
behaviours confidently
·Engaging in effective
communication with parents and professionals
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
·Provide LSA (Learning
Support Assistant) support in lessons
·Assist Tutors in
developing and monitoring learners’ support plans
·Offer 1:1 facilitation
for learners not ready for classroom settings
·Develop and implement
personalised support plans for learners with special educational needs
·Conduct regular
one-on-one sessions to monitor student progress and adjust strategies
·Conduct initial
assessments for learner starting points and provide feedback to tutors
·Support learners with
communication techniques
·Foster a supportive
and inclusive environment that promotes engagement and independence
·Organise parent
meetings to discuss learner progress, challenges, and goals
·Collaborate with
educational professionals to ensure a cohesive support network
·Act as a liaison
between the centre, learners, and external support services
·Track student
achievements and progress through records and reports
·Use assessment data
to inform and adapt support strategies
·Provide feedback to
learners, parents, and staff regarding learner progress
Professional Development:
·Stay
informed about current trends and best practices in special educational needs
support.
·Attend
relevant training and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
·Share
expertise with colleagues through training sessions and collaborative projects.
Program Development:
·Contribute
to the development of SEN programs and initiatives aimed at improving learner
outcomes.
·Participate
in the creation of resource materials and tools to support diverse learning
needs.
Awarding bodies/Funders/OFSTED
- Follow all company policies and procedures.
- Be familiar with and research updates to qualification
specifications and handbooks for subject quality assurance.
- Participate in OFSTED inspections as required.
- Be very familiar with key company policies.
Note: These
responsibilities serve as an initial outline for the tasks that the post holder
will initially be expected to perform. Changes may occur over time to
accommodate evolving job requirements and adapt to shifting circumstances.
Furthermore, given the
dynamic nature of our operational environment, it is crucial for individuals in
these roles to demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to travel to different
work locations. This outline represents an initial plan and will be subject to
periodic review as part of our Continuous Professional Development process.
Confidentiality
The individual in this role is responsible for upholding the
confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, staff, and other
stakeholders. Certain aspects of their work involve handling confidential
information, which should not be disclosed to individuals outside the scope of
their official duties. It is imperative that the post holder consistently
always adheres to the provisions of the General Data Regulation Act.
Safeguarding, Prevent
& Equal Opportunities
TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and
preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to
Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, complying with the Prevent
Duty, and advocating for the well-being of children, youth, and adults. In
pursuit of our dedication, we will continuously enhance and refine our robust
safeguarding processes and procedures, fostering a culture of safeguarding
among our team members and volunteers.
Commitment to
Safeguarding
TCHC is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of
children, young people and adults. All staff are expected to adhere to our
Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and the safeguarding
responsibilities outlined in their job description.
We conduct Safer Recruitment Checks on all staff prior to
confirming a start date, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An
online search of information within the public domain is conducted on all
candidates who are invited to interview.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
(ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, amended 2013
and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain
spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be
disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them
into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974
and the Exceptions Order 1975 provides information about which convictions must
be declared during job applications and related exceptions, and further
information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Please see our Recruitment with Safer Recruitment Policy for
further information, or get in touch on 01923 698430 or HR@tchc.net
Pre-employment checks
The
company also conducts an internal online search on social media platforms in
accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Should any
pertinent information arise from this search, it will be discussed with the
applicant as part of the recruitment process.
Please
note that upon a successful job offer, the company performs digitalised
right-to-work checks and initiates DBS applications through an external service
provider. An enhanced DBS check, including the barred list, is mandatory for
this role.
Rewards for your
hard work
For us
here at TCHC, reward means far more than just pay. Our generous and competitive
benefits package includes:
- The full-time equivalent annual leave
entitlement is 20 days per year in addition to 8 UK public holidays. An
additional day of leave will be added for each complete year of service,
effective from the commencement of the next holiday year, up to a maximum
of 5 additional days after 5 years of service, giving a maximum total
annual leave entitlement of 25 days. This will be pro rata for part-time
hours.
- ·We
operate a Christmas and New Year shutdown period, in which you will receive an
additional 3 days of leave at full pay to cover this closure period after 1
year of service. This will be pro rata for part-time hours.
- When your birthday falls on a working day, you
will receive the day off at full pay.
- Sickness pay allowance after the probationary
period.
- Pension scheme after 3 months of employment with
us
- Bupa Cash Plan, level 1, paid by the company
after the probationary period.
- Employee Assistance Programme to access help and
support 24 hours a day, every day of the year for immediate family
(eligibility applies)
- Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to the
qualifying conditions)
- Long Service club loyalty gift upon completion
of 5 and 10 years of continuous service
- Quarterly and annual awards
- Company tools and equipment for the performance
of your duties
- Reimbursement of travel to other locations
outside of the Centre (this will exclude travelling to the usual
workplace)
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the application form online at: https://tchc.net/apply-now/
