Education Assistant
Location: Lewes BN8 4EF
Salary: £17,550 - £19,187 per annum (32.5 hrs per week - 5 days) £10,530 - £11,512 per annum (19.5 hrs per week - 3 days)
Hours: Term Time Only
Our client is 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.
The Role
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
- 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.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, they provide access to:
- 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.
Plus, they cover the cost for all DBS checks and renewals!
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.