Education Assistant

Education Assistant
Job Type
Permanent, Term Time Only
Location
Lewes, BN8 4EF
Salary
£17,550 - £19,187
Hours:
32.5 hours per week (5 days); term time only, or 19.5 hours per week (3 days); term time only
The Role
The Foundation has an exciting new opportunity for a Education Assistant to join a unique place to work.
They are a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs.
Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues create a nurturing environment where individuals can thrive, reach their full potential and make a difference to their lives and that of their families.
Key Responsibilities
As an Education Assistant you will be required to work as part of a dynamic support team to undertake learning/support programmes to enable learners to access the curriculum under the instruction/guidance of teachers/therapists and the department manager and co-ordinator.
The safety, mobility, hygiene and wellbeing of the learners within the manual handling guidelines.
Promote standards of care according to current protocols.
Support inclusion in the classroom, ensuring all learners feel involved with tasks and activities.
Actively encourage learners to act as independently as possible, encouraging them to fulfil their individual potential and promoting their self-esteem.
Provide feedback to learners in relation to their progress and achievements under guidance from the teacher.
Act as a link worker to learners, supporting and advocating on their behalf, meeting the learners needs in a way that recognises their opinions and wishes; participate in daily handovers.
To assist with the development, planning and implementation of personal progress plans under the direction of the teacher; provide daily feedback
To support and be aware of learners learning in the wider curriculum e.g. outings, swimming, riding etc. as directed by appropriate staff.
By agreement, support home tuition as required.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
Good basic understanding of Maths, English, IT and technology
Be able to work constructively as part of a team, understanding your role and responsibilities within the team.
Good written and verbal communication skills
To be able to undertake daily manual handling of children and young adults, including pushing wheelchairs, standing frames and use of other equipment.
Positive attitude towards diversity in general and specifically towards the rights, independence, inclusion and choice for children and young adults with complex needs
Ability to relate well to children, young people and adults.
Other useful skills and experience:
Having a basic understanding of the care and support needs of people with physical disabilities and respecting them as individuals
Experience of working with children and/or adults with disabilities
Able to support children and young adults to participate in a range of activities
Benefits
Discount facilities.
Enhanced Pension Scheme
Healthcare Cashplan
Cycle to Work scheme.
Employee Assistance Programme
Health & Wellbeing Centre
Death in Service benefit
Free tea/coffee/kitchen facilities
Onsite Café
Free parking
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to their website where you can complete your application.
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
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