Special Educational Needs Practitioner
Yeovil, Somerset
£22,623 [FTE]
Permanent
Yeovil College
Yeovil College is seeking an enthusiastic SEND Practitioner to provide crucial support to students, both individually and in groups, empowering them to succeed in their educational journey.
As an SEND Practitioner, you will assist and support students with EHCPs or special educational and learning needs, helping them successfully access further education and thrive within mainstream classes and courses. You'll play a key role in their personal and academic development, ensuring they have the guidance and tools to succeed whilst being part of a small and supportive team.
What we're looking for:
* A strong interest in working with young people with additional needs.
* Passionate about facilitating young people to make progress in all four areas in SEND achieve learning goals.
* Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
* A Special Education Needs background and knowledge along with IT and admin skills are key for the role.
* Level 2 English and Maths, or willingness to work towards.
* Level 3 Award for Learning Support Practitioners or willingness to work towards.
* Respectful of learner's personal needs and maintain confidentiality at all times.
What we offer:
* Annual Salary: £22,623 FTE
* Term Time only position, 37 hours per week
* Generous pension scheme of 18.9% support employer contributions
* Staff discount scheme with high street and online retailers
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth
* Employee assistance programme
* Free onsite gym
* Subsidised catering facilities
* Access to free staff parking
Don't miss out!
Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated and dynamic team!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you're excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible!
Safeguarding Statement
Yeovil College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and if required adult barred list checks.
DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates' suitability to work with children and young adults.
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