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?
Job Title:
SEN Centre
Support Lead
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
Contract
Type:
Permanent
Reports
to:
Centre Manager
Salary:
£25,000
– £27,000
What are we looking for?
Qualifications:
- ·Learning
Support Qualifications from Level 2 (Essential)
·Maths
and English GCSE A-c or 4 – 9 or (Essential)
·Functional
Skills Level 2 (Essential)
- ·CPD
in – dyslexia awareness, ADHD, ASD, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Asperger’s,
challenging behaviour (Desirable)
- ·Other
qualifications that may be relevant to the role will be considered, depending
on the status (Desirable)
Experience:
- ·Demonstrable experience in a similar role focused
on SEN.
- ·Strong understanding of EHCPs
- ·Excellent problem-solving skills and
adaptability.
- ·Strong communication skills, both written and
verbal.
- ·A compassionate and understanding approach to
learners in education.
- ·Experience of working with learners who may be
challenging at times
- ·Experience in motivating learners and raising
their aspirations
Personal Attributes for this role:
- ·Highly proactive and resilient with a
motivational attitude
- ·Commitment to fostering a supportive and
inclusive learning environment
- ·Passionate about enabling young people to
overcome barriers and achieve success
Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
·Manage SEN Support Plans: Develop,
implement, and oversee support plans tailored to individual learner needs
·EHCP Reviews: Attend and contribute to EHCP
reviews alongside the Centre Manager, amend plans post review to ensure they
remain effective and relevant
·Support Strategy Development: Work with
staff to develop effective strategies for meeting the diverse needs of learners
·Line Management: With the Centre Manager’s
support, support Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), ensuring they have the
guidance and tools needed to succeed
·Resource Allocation: Ensure that
learners have access to appropriate resources to aid their learning needs
·Direct Intervention: Conduct 1-1
and small group sessions to support learner progress and address specific
challenges
·Collaborative Support: Actively
support sessions and conduct intervention work to aid learner development
·Meetings: Lead LSA meetings with the Centre Manager to
review and progress support plans and interventions
·Parental Communication: Maintain
open lines of communication with parents as needed to discuss learner progress
and concerns
·Enrolment Support: Assist in
the enrolment process for learners with high needs, ensuring a smooth
transition.
·Transition Planning: Plan and
organise transition days, working closely with the Centre Manager to ensure
effective integration for learners.
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 698477 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 you have been
employed 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/
