Overview
The post holder is expected to work in collaboration with the teacher to meet the personal, social and learning needs of pupils with complex learning difficulties and disabilities. The main focus of the role is to support pupils.
Responsibilities
* Work with teachers to support the learning and progress of pupils.
* Collaborate with the form tutor to provide pastoral support and guidance to pupils.
* Support the transition and organisation of pupils throughout the 24 hour curriculum.
* Under the guidance of the teachers, support structured learning activities and assist individuals or groups of pupils with their learning.
* Manage behaviour in the classroom and on school premises, and apply appropriate and effective behaviour management in line with school policy and individual behaviour support plans.
* Work within school policies and procedures.
* Attend staff training/meetings as appropriate.
* Demonstrate good practice in confidentiality with regard to pupils and their learning.
* Contribute to and be involved in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan.
About the School
Underley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs associated with autism and learning disabilities, including complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs.
We adopt a holistic, person-centred approach to development and strive for high standards. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet individual requirements of students with complex special educational needs. At Underley Garden, we aim to make a positive difference to the personal, social and learning lives of the people entrusted to our care.
Location
Located near the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, within a commutable distance of Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas.
About Options Autism / Outcomes First Group
For over 16 years Options Autism has provided support and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running.
Benefits
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
* Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
* Cycle to Work Schemes.
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
* Critical illness cover.
* Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
Safeguarding and Application
We place the outcomes of the pupils in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you\'ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to safeguarding checks and statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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