Overview
Based at our dedicated Specialist Resource Centre, Shay Stadium, Halifax. We have a vacancy for a SEND Specialist Resource Technician who has a range of creative and practical skills, and strong organisational skills. The SEND Specialist Resources team, as part of the Specialist Inclusion Teams, provides a wide range of specialist and bespoke resources and support to settings and schools across Calderdale to enable them to meet the needs of children and young people (0 – 25 years) with Special Educational Needs/ Disabilities (SEND) incl. visual, hearing, multi-sensory impairments, Autism and complex learning needs. The resources provided help the children and young people to be able to fully access their learning, the curriculum, their school and community environments and to develop holistically and to their full potential. The team works to specific time frames and high standards, to adapt and create resources that remove barriers to learning, and also facilitates an extensive library of resources, providing quality control and management of products as they move in and out of inventories.
Responsibilities
* Adapt and create resources to remove barriers to learning within specified time frames and high standards.
* Facilitate an extensive library of resources and manage quality control and inventory movement of products.
* Provide resources and support to settings and schools across Calderdale to help children and young people with SEND access learning and participate fully in school and community environments.
Qualifications and Skills
* Technically confident in the use of a range of IT software/hardware, with a working knowledge of Microsoft 365.
* Experience of using specialist software such as Boardmaker, Abbey Fine Reader, Photoshop, etc.
* Experience of, and/or interest in, Assistive Technology and Braille is welcomed.
Other Information
For an informal discussion please contact Specialist Inclusion Teams on 01422 394111.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing date: Sunday 22nd March 2026
Interview date: TBC
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
On 30 January 2019, the Council declared a climate emergency in a bold move to step up its action to tackle climate change. Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and we are committed to providing an environment that is inclusive. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
For support on your application please read our Application Booklet or visit our Employment Hub.
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