Support Worker - SEN College - Cranleigh: Empowering Young Adults
Do you have a passion for supporting adults with special needs? We're seeking dedicated and compassionate Support Workers to join our innovative SEN college in Cranleigh, Surrey. We provide a supportive and stimulating environment for young adults aged 18-35, helping them develop essential life skills, work experience, and educational qualifications.
A Different Approach: We are an ABA college, committed to positive behavior support and never using restraint. Our approach is based on understanding individual needs and providing tailored support in a safe and encouraging environment.
A Modern Setting: Our college boasts a modern building with a kitchen, IT suite, gym, and DT suite, offering a variety of learning spaces and resources.
Building Independence: We focus on helping learners gain practical life skills, build confidence, and prepare for future success.
Community Engagement: We believe in real-world learning and take learners out into the community for life skills training, helping them build confidence in everyday tasks like shopping and using public transport.
Work Experience Opportunities: Our learners participate in work experience at our on-site cafe, where they learn to grow, cook, and sell their own food.
Provide individual and group support: Work alongside learners with a range of needs, including autism spectrum conditions (ASC), brain injury, and physical disabilities.
Facilitate work experience opportunities: Support learners in the on-site cafe.
Help learners progress towards their individual goals, including GCSE qualifications or vocational programmes.
Collaborate with the college's team of therapists and educators: Contribute to individualized learning plans and provide positive support.
Have experience working with individuals with special needs.
Are comfortable working with students who may exhibit challenging behaviour.
Are passionate about helping individuals achieve their goals.
Are confident working in the community with learners.
A dynamic and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of young adults with special needs.
* Access to excellent facilities, including a modern college building, a state-of-the-art kitchen, a dedicated IT suite, and a gym.
Full-time, permanent position.
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* A valid DBS check.
* A full driving licence (preferred).
If you are passionate about supporting adults with special needs and want to be part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!
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