About the role
We are seeking to appoint a caring, highly motivated person to join a team of professionals working with children and students with a wide range of complex needs including physical, learning difficulties and medical needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Work full‑time or part‑time (37 hours per week) on term‑time plus non‑pupil days.
* Provide care and support to pupils aged 12‑19, including those with physical and neurological impairments.
* Liaise with teachers and other professionals to support education targets during residential placements at The View.
* Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
* Participate in enhanced DBS checks, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
* Dedicate contract hours to Level 3 Diploma study and preparation days.
Location
The View, Southview College, Conrad Road, Witham, Essex CM8 2SD
Pay and Conditions
Pay: £22,865.05 (actual salary; award pending after 1 year and completion of Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, funded by Southview School).
Contract: Permanent; term‑time plus non‑pupil days, including night‑awake shifts.
Opportunities
* Spend time with amazing young people and their families.
* Join a hardworking, committed and professional team of staff with a common purpose.
* Be key to the development, shaping and success of this provision.
* Benefit from Hope Trust terms & conditions of employment.
* Work weekdays and term‑time patterns (no weekends or school holidays).
Contact
Contact Andrea Kelsey on 01376 503505 for more information.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
Southview is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance and satisfactory references. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people.
Information about the School
Southview is a special school for students aged from 3‑19 years with physical and neurological impairments. It has an Ofsted rating of Outstanding in all areas across the whole school.
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