Neurodiversity Tutor

The Neurodiversity Tutor will support learners with complex needs who need additional support or require an advanced programme of learning in order to achieve their full educational potential.

HMP & YOI Bronzefield is the largest women’s prison in Europe which accommodates a diverse and complex population of women from restricted Status women who require the highest levels of security, women on remand (Who are often experiencing custody for the first time), as well as supporting women with chronic mental health conditions.

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Main Responsibilities

• Support the Education Manager, the SENCO and the Head of Learning & Skills to take the Education Department forward in improving the quality of provision for prisoners with neurodiverse needs whilst ensuring the service delivery targets are met each year.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure all learners with neurodiverse needs are supported to develop self-confidence, independence and improve their knowledge and skills. 
• Support the learners identified as neurodiverse develop the neurodiverse provision within the Prison.
• Working with individuals who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments (i.e., visual or hearing), speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties such as dyslexia, conditions such as autism, social, emotional, and mental needs or have a combination of these difficulties.
• Ensure that all learners, including those with special or additional needs are able to access education and the whole curriculum.
• Have a strategic overview of neurodiversity and inclusion throughout the prison including planning, policy writing, advising, and supporting other staff. This will also include the writing of provision maps for individuals/groups of learners.
• Identify all learners’ individual needs and be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment.
• Initiate and carry out assessments and prepare and manage the assessment paperwork.
• Ensure that quality assurance procedures are adhered to and are used to achieve high standards.
• Assist in the development of behaviour policies and procedures to meet the needs of all learners.
• Be a visible presence around the department contributing to a calm and purposeful atmosphere including taking a lead in addressing out of lesson behaviour.
• Work and collaborate with other teaching staff within the department/prison to ensure that the activities reflect the needs of the prisoners within the subject areas e.g., in healthcare.
• Support and train other teaching staff to ensure they are providing the best quality support for all prisoners.

Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

• Full teaching qualification (Minimum of CTLLS) or PGCE 
• A minimum of two years of qualified teaching experience
• A good understanding of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) code of practice.
• Recognised Level 3 qualification or above in an identified subject and professional experience focusing on a particular learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or autism.
• To have an interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders.
• To have an ability to communicate effectively at all times through different mediums, including spoken and written communication.
• The ability to manage confrontation and challenging behaviour.
• Patience, understanding and empathy with learners.
• A positive, energetic and enthusiastic outlook.
• Experience of working in a custodial or prison environment.
• Assessor or Internal Verification qualification. Must have a willingness to work towards these qualifications.

Package Description

£33,247.29 - £38,362.27 per annum + London weighting.

Working Hours

37.50 hours (Regular Monday – Friday pattern)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Sodexo Discounts including Costco Membership, Free Spree cashback card and Gym discounts.
• Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs including apprenticeships.
• Countless opportunities for career development and to grow within the company.
• Community Online Academy (COA).
• Employee Lottery.
• Mental Health First Response Programme.
• Health and wellbeing incentives including Spectrum.Life, YuLife and Talk.
• Reward and Recognition schemes.
• Flexible working considered.
• Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days. 
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Bupa Healthcare Plan.
• Life Assurance. 
• Free meals (if applicable) and parking on site.

Please see benefits guide attached which outlines all of Sodexo's excellent benefits! 

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

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