Education Assistant
Chailey Heritage Foundation
North Chailey, East Sussex
- New
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- £18,339- £20,050, PA (32.5 hrs per week - 5 days) £11,003- £12,030 (19.5 hrs per week - 3 days)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 31 October 2024
Job overview
EDUCATION ASSISTANT
Chailey Heritage Foundation has an exciting new opportunity for a Education Assistant to join a unique place to work.
- LOCATION: Onsite (BN8 4EF)
- SALARY: £18,339- £20,050, PA (32.5 hrs per week - 5 days) £11,003- £12,030 (19.5 hrs per week - 3 days)
- HOURS: 32.5 hours per week (5 days); term time only, or 19.5 hours per week (3 days); term time only
Why Us
Chailey Heritage Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Our 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.
There is a real sense of making a difference and belonging to something very special.
We don’t just offer jobs; we provide opportunities to be part of a team that demonstrates empathy and a genuine passion to help others and a capacity to build rewarding relationships. We will provide extensive support, and training, as well as opportunities for career progression.
What you’ll be doing:
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.
What you bring to the table:
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
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to use their passion for young people and skills to help them reach their full potential.
THE REWARDS GO BEYOND SALARY...
Our comprehensive benefits package includes a diverse range of rewards and benefits, ensuring that there's something for everyone.
In addition to a competitive salary, we 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, we cover the cost for all DBS checks and renewals!
For full details of the role, you can find the job description here. EA Job Description
Learn more about our organisation, our purpose and values here. Chailey Heritage Foundation Website
Application Deadline: Interviews shall take place within 2 weeks of a successful candidates application
**Apply now for your chance to be considered to join a place where you can make a real difference. **For any enquiries please contact us by email: careers@chf.org.uk or via WhatsApp on 07923233178.
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.
As part of our recruitment process, Chailey Heritage Foundation (CHF) collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. CHF is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data to meet its obligations under GDPR. Please ensure you have reviewed our privacy policy prior to completing an application with us.
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About Chailey Heritage Foundation
- Chailey Heritage Foundation
- Haywards Heath Road, North Chailey, Lewes
- East Sussex
- BN8 4EF
- United Kingdom
Chailey Heritage Foundation provides education and care services and is one of the UK’s leading centres for children and young people with complex neurodisabilities.
Most of the young people accessing our services have severe cerebral palsy, many have visual and/or other sensory impairments. All are wheelchair users and very few have verbal communication.
Our expertise is in maximising independence and choice, developing effective communication and providing powered mobility opportunities.
Founded in 1903 by Grace Kimmins, we still embrace her ethos today. We believe that each child and young person should have every opportunity to fulfil their potential, no matter what the challenges. Our promise today is that:
"We will never, ever give up working with children, young people and their families to empower them to make their own choices at every stage in life."
We have developed a world-class range of specialist services that are necessary to meet the needs of these disabled young people. We work in close partnership with Chailey Clinical Services, a nationally recognised specialist NHS tertiary service for children and young adults with complex neurological and physical disabilities. Being on the same site enables us to deliver uniquely, integrated multi-agency services for the benefit of the young people and their families.
The difference we make
The impact of the Foundation’s services comes not just in how many children and young people use our services but in the difference we make to their lives and that of their families.
Our Work
Under the Chailey Heritage Foundation umbrella, the Charity delivers services in five main areas:
Chailey Heritage School: a non-maintained special school for 3-19 year olds.
Chailey Heritage Residential: a 'home from home' offering a range of boarding options from short breaks through to 52-week care, for pupils from our school and other local special schools.
Chailey Heritage Futures: a residential transition service for young people from 16 years, acting as a stepping stone into adult life, and beyond.
Community Services: a vibrant day service in our Hub and pay-as-you-go sessions in our LSC, as well as out-of-school options for pupils.
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