SEN Learning Coach
BCE Apprenticeships, City of Westminster
SEN Learning Coach
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BCE Apprenticeships, City of Westminster
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 11 Oct | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 2a1566c85c284e1995d94e5080d73c50
Full Job Description
- Purpose of the role: To work under the guidance/instruction of Special Educational Needs Coordinator & Inclusion Manager to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for students and to assist the teacher in the management of students and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area under the guidance of teaching staff,
- To provide physical and communication support using modes of communication appropriate to the individual needs of the student
- To provide communication support to enable full access to the curriculum and any extra curricula activities
- e.g., lessons, assemblies, parents' evenings, reviews and visits
- To work with individuals and groups of students in class with additional needs under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO
- To help plan and organise learning activities for students being supported. Order resources which are needed.
- To provide support in a manner which facilitates the student's cognitive development by removing barriers to learning
- To ensure the physical welfare of students and assist students with their physical needs as appropriate and agreed, e.g., assisting with lifting moving and handling, intimate care
- To clarify, modify and adapt materials to an appropriate level according to need
- To participate in the student's mentoring programme, design workshops and organise events continued… BCA job specification pack
- liaise with professionals and external agencies where necessary under the direction of the SENCO
- To assist in the production of appropriate teaching materials
- To contribute to the target setting and review process and support student in meeting specific targets of IEP.
- To maintain and monitor the use of specialist equipment and promote optimum use of specialist equipment in all settings To liaise with staff, parents and relevant professionals
- To undertake relevant training as part of continuing professional development
- Attend all staff meetings and supervision sessions
- To maintain appropriate records
- To promote the student's inclusion within the college
- To promote the student's independence skills in communication, learning and social skills
- To undertake liaising with students previous educational setting to ascertain students' history.
- To visit educational settings for student reviews.
- To provide information for student access arrangement for exams.
- To collate and prepare students information for assessments and inspections.
- To design leaflets/hand out, on students' general areas of need
- Update spread- sheets and input data when necessary
- To keep track of all students with EHCP's attendance and progress. Key Organisational Objectives
- Following Health and Safety requirements and initiatives as directed
- Ensuring compliance with Data Protection legislation and confidentiality
- The post holder to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students at all times
- At all times operating within the colleges' Equalities policies.
- Commitment and contribution to improving standards for students as appropriate
- Adopting Customer Care and Quality initiatives
- Fulfilling the role of Student Personal Adviser and/or mentor if required
- Contributing to the maintenance of a caring and stimulating environment for young people
- At all times the post holder must adhere to professional business standards of dress, courtesy and efficiency in line with the ethos of the organisation and specialism of the area of study. Special Conditions of Service
- The Academy will undertake an enhanced disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check on successful candidates.
- Because of the nature of the post, candidates are not entitled to withhold information regarding convictions by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 as amended. Candidates are required to give details of any convictions on their application form and are expected to disclose such information at the appointment interview.
- Because this post allows substantial access to student, candidates are required to comply with departmental procedures in relation to Police checks. If candidates are successful in their application prior to taking up post, they will be required to give written permission to the Department to ascertain details from the Metropolitan Police regarding any convictions against them and, as appropriate the nature of such convictions.
- All new employee at Big creative Academy, will receive a 3 to 6 months' probation period.
- Equal Opportunities
- The post holder will be expected to carry out all duties in the context of and in compliance with the Academy's Equal Opportunities Policies. continued… In addition the postholder is expected to:
- Work towards achieving Big Creative Academy's mission and actively participate in our culture, striving towards outstanding teaching and learning, promoting wellbeing and bringing industry into the classroom
- Travel to and meet with key stakeholders as appropriate to the role
- Undertake continuous professional development including research projects and a bespoke annual plan
- Actively promote equality and anti-racism at all times
- Carry out duties at all times with due regard to Big Creative Academy's policies, including safeguarding, health and safety and data protection and participate in training as required
- To comply with and promote the Academy's safeguarding policies
- Work flexibly and to undertake any other duties that may reasonably allocated by the line manager, which may include working occasional evenings and weekends
GCSE Grade C or above in maths and English or equivalent. X I Childcare and development / young peoples work force/ Health And Social Care/ class room assistant/ qualification or equivalent Special Needs Qualification X I Educated to degree level or equivalent. X I Experience Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite X I Experience of working with young student and their families in a multicultural X I Experience of developing and delivering individual education programmes for student with specific needs X I/A Experience of developing and delivering individual education programmes for Students' with specific needs X I Experience of the management and improvement of progress of students with SEND by implementing group and individualised support programmes X I Experience of liaising with multiple agencies in order to provide individualised support packages for students and communicate changes with teachers X I Experience of using email/internet Have experience of working with students on the Autistic Spectrum in an educational setting Experience of tracking progress of students with SEND in and out of class Experience of setting up and running a range of administrative systems Experience of developing banks of resources for students and teachers Experience of contributing towards the Assess-Plan-Do-Review cycle Experience of working with students with physical disabilities and training in moving and handling Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice 2014. Experience of using SIMS or similar database, BCA job specification pack Knowledge and Skills Problem solving X A Attention to detail in communication and planning. X I Word processing and typing skills X I Good understanding of databases X I Have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively Ability to develop good relations with staff and students and the wider school community X I Ability to work some evenings X I Commitment Must be well organised X I Must be well presented X I Excellent communication skills in writing and orally at all levels Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive, professional attitude X A Ability to work as part of a team X I Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work on own initiative X I Ability to take accurate messages and follow up where necessary X I Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and agencies/ statutory bodies etc. and maintain good working relationships X I Ability to accurately input information on a database Flexible and willing to contribute to the success of the team, experience for the learners. The best part of my role is being able to make a positive difference to the lives of many, supporting our young