Bishop's Stortford College is seeking a committed and compassionate One-to-One Support Assistant to join our dedicated team.
The One-to-One Support Assistant is dedicated to providing individualised support to ensure the student's full access to the curriculum and school activities. The Assistant works closely with teachers, the Head of Learning Support, and parents to provide the best support to meet the physical and emotional needs of the student. The Assistant will take an active role in ensuring that the pupil can move safely between classes and assist during physical activities/trips to ensure the child is safe and receives an equitable, inclusive education. Due to the personal care requirements associated with this position, we are seeking a female applicant.
Experience of working with children who need physical assistance is essential.
Please note that the role is linked to a pupil with an EHCP, which is funded. The role will be reviewed on an annual basis in line with the funding and student's situation.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A copy of the College's Child Protection Policy is available on the website.
Bishop's Stortford College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; all employees are subject to a number of pre-employment and safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check. References and an online search will be undertaken prior to interview. To this end, robust Safeguarding processes and procedures are in place to support families, pupils, staff, and volunteers. In compliance with the sharing of information guidance/best practice, any concerns are passed to designated teachers, trained in Safeguarding.