1:1 Learning Support Practitioner
| Posting date: | 25 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £20,984.10 to £21,357.00 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 May 2024 |
| Location: | Claverham, Bristol |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | YMCA Dulverton Group |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
We have an exciting opportunity arise within one of our Early Years settings, and are looking to recruit a motivated and passionate Practitioner to join our team as a support practitioner working one to one with a child with SEND.
Stepping Stone’s is a fantastic pre-school set within the grounds of Court De Wyck School in Claverham. We have access to beautiful outdoor spaces and green areas, including a woodland area, where our children love to explore, imagine and learn.
Benefits:
• 1 night free stay at one of the YMCA Hotel
• 60% discount on childcare fees for children up to 3 years of age
• 20% discount on childcare for children over 3 for non-funded hours
• Free and discounted places for children attending Day Camps
• 28 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays per year for full-time staff
• Staff Pension
• Free parking
• Free Gym membership – George Williams Centre, Bridgwater or The Beach Hotel Minehead
• Health Insurance for those staff working over 16 hours per week
• Charity Worker’s Discount at certain high street stores
• Training budget
• Monthly raffle
• Mental Health Support
• Access to Occupational Health Assessment
• Discount at our Wedding Venue, Barley Wood
Working Hours: 12 per week Term Time Only
Purpose
The 1:1 Learning Support Practitioner is responsible to the setting Manager for the support and care of a child in our setting. This role will help the child to develop and progress in all areas of learning.
Responsible for:
A child who has loss of hearing and has cochlear implants to support with this. The 1:1 worker will need to be skilled at knowing when the child requires adult support and when they are able to manage tasks for themselves.
The 1:1 worker will need to develop a strong and trusted relationship with the child and learn to recognise their particular signed and verbal communication.
Direct 1:1 support may be required during transitional times of the day, changes to routine, and communication. There may also be periods during the day where direct support from the 1:1 Learning Support Practitioner is not needed and assistance with the general room will be appropriate, and beneficial to the room as a whole.
Main responsibilities
• 1:1 monitoring of the child and awareness of risk factors in the setting and whilst using the setting grounds.
• Recognise the specific needs of the child being supported, and intervene in situations where there is a communication breakdown that could put the child at risk of harm.
• Complete and implement specific risk assessments and support plans if required such as IPP’s (Individual Progress Plans). These are to be shared with parents and other support agencies.
• Contribute and oversee monitoring and assessment for the child working with key staff.
• Support the child with their personal care.
• Support communication and language development, to ensure she understands what staff/other children are communicating to her.
• Support her inclusion at the setting and peer relationships.
• Effectively deliver the EYFS curriculum by interacting and engaging in play opportunities with the child so that their progress is being encouraged in all areas of learning and development. Ensure that the individual needs and interests of the child are met.
• To work with other agencies involved with the child to ensure everyone is working towards the same targets and goals.
• Participate in a “key person” system for the child ensuring their learning journey, individual planning records and relevant information and paperwork are kept up to date. Ensure the child’s individual information on Famly is currently up to date and that all relevant information is shared with the parent and other key adults.
• Ensure the nutritional needs of the child are met and food safety regulations are complied with.
• Ensure the child is kept safe and understand safeguarding procedures.
• To advise the Manager/Deputy of any concerns e.g. over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
• To attend and complete mandatory and any other training to fulfil your role as necessary.
General
• To maintain and develop up-to-date professional knowledge and skills through training, reading and other such activities and to incorporate the same into practice.
• To maintain and demonstrate a commitment to YMCA Dulverton Group’s Vision, Values and strategic aims and objectives and ensure all activities reflect the values of YMCA Dulverton Group.
• Managing health and safety issues in your area of responsibility in line with the relevant section(s) of the Health and Safety Policy.
• Complying with YMCA Dulverton Group’s GDPR, confidentiality and information security policies at all times.
• To undertake such other duties and responsibilities reasonably consistent with the role of Learning Support Practitioner.
Qualifications and Experience
• Early Years’ experience preferable.
• Experience in working with children who have additional needs desirable.
• BSL trained desirable or willingness to learn.
• First aid qualification or willingness to learn.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection and the wider legislative requirements for working with children.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
Stepping Stone’s is a fantastic pre-school set within the grounds of Court De Wyck School in Claverham. We have access to beautiful outdoor spaces and green areas, including a woodland area, where our children love to explore, imagine and learn.
Benefits:
• 1 night free stay at one of the YMCA Hotel
• 60% discount on childcare fees for children up to 3 years of age
• 20% discount on childcare for children over 3 for non-funded hours
• Free and discounted places for children attending Day Camps
• 28 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays per year for full-time staff
• Staff Pension
• Free parking
• Free Gym membership – George Williams Centre, Bridgwater or The Beach Hotel Minehead
• Health Insurance for those staff working over 16 hours per week
• Charity Worker’s Discount at certain high street stores
• Training budget
• Monthly raffle
• Mental Health Support
• Access to Occupational Health Assessment
• Discount at our Wedding Venue, Barley Wood
Working Hours: 12 per week Term Time Only
Purpose
The 1:1 Learning Support Practitioner is responsible to the setting Manager for the support and care of a child in our setting. This role will help the child to develop and progress in all areas of learning.
Responsible for:
A child who has loss of hearing and has cochlear implants to support with this. The 1:1 worker will need to be skilled at knowing when the child requires adult support and when they are able to manage tasks for themselves.
The 1:1 worker will need to develop a strong and trusted relationship with the child and learn to recognise their particular signed and verbal communication.
Direct 1:1 support may be required during transitional times of the day, changes to routine, and communication. There may also be periods during the day where direct support from the 1:1 Learning Support Practitioner is not needed and assistance with the general room will be appropriate, and beneficial to the room as a whole.
Main responsibilities
• 1:1 monitoring of the child and awareness of risk factors in the setting and whilst using the setting grounds.
• Recognise the specific needs of the child being supported, and intervene in situations where there is a communication breakdown that could put the child at risk of harm.
• Complete and implement specific risk assessments and support plans if required such as IPP’s (Individual Progress Plans). These are to be shared with parents and other support agencies.
• Contribute and oversee monitoring and assessment for the child working with key staff.
• Support the child with their personal care.
• Support communication and language development, to ensure she understands what staff/other children are communicating to her.
• Support her inclusion at the setting and peer relationships.
• Effectively deliver the EYFS curriculum by interacting and engaging in play opportunities with the child so that their progress is being encouraged in all areas of learning and development. Ensure that the individual needs and interests of the child are met.
• To work with other agencies involved with the child to ensure everyone is working towards the same targets and goals.
• Participate in a “key person” system for the child ensuring their learning journey, individual planning records and relevant information and paperwork are kept up to date. Ensure the child’s individual information on Famly is currently up to date and that all relevant information is shared with the parent and other key adults.
• Ensure the nutritional needs of the child are met and food safety regulations are complied with.
• Ensure the child is kept safe and understand safeguarding procedures.
• To advise the Manager/Deputy of any concerns e.g. over children, parents, the safety of the environment, preserving confidentiality as necessary.
• To attend and complete mandatory and any other training to fulfil your role as necessary.
General
• To maintain and develop up-to-date professional knowledge and skills through training, reading and other such activities and to incorporate the same into practice.
• To maintain and demonstrate a commitment to YMCA Dulverton Group’s Vision, Values and strategic aims and objectives and ensure all activities reflect the values of YMCA Dulverton Group.
• Managing health and safety issues in your area of responsibility in line with the relevant section(s) of the Health and Safety Policy.
• Complying with YMCA Dulverton Group’s GDPR, confidentiality and information security policies at all times.
• To undertake such other duties and responsibilities reasonably consistent with the role of Learning Support Practitioner.
Qualifications and Experience
• Early Years’ experience preferable.
• Experience in working with children who have additional needs desirable.
• BSL trained desirable or willingness to learn.
• First aid qualification or willingness to learn.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
• Sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of Safeguarding, Child Protection and the wider legislative requirements for working with children.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We are striving to be a care leaver friendly employer, and because of this, if you wish to disclose that you are care experienced, we guarantee you an interview as long as you meet the minimum requirements for the role. Following this, we also offer constructive feedback on your application process.
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