Wider Leader

Right to work in the UK E Level 2 (GCSE A – C or grade 4 or above) in English and Maths. E Recognised qualification/accreditation in the area of SEN or therapy related to working with children with high levels of stress/regulation/wellbeing & behaviour needs or willingness to complete this training E Additional training in therapeutic & educational approaches such as use of communication systems, sensory approaches, social stories D Experience and/or Knowledge Experience of working educationally and/or therapeutically, implementing interventions with children and young people with complex SEN needs in community or school settings, including Looked After Children and young people and those with significant stress related behaviours E Ability to work with a range of pupils/students 3 -19 years old who are Autistic or who have severe learning difficulties/complex needs including physical disability and significant health needs E Ability to build rapport and trust with children and young people of all ages and abilities, especially those experiencing high levels of (di)stress and/or high wellbeing/mental health/health needs E Understanding of the triggers, causes and presentation of wellbeing needs and distress and has the ability to manage it E Experience of completing dynamic risk assessments, in school and in the community and for whole school activities and working to mitigate these risks appropriately E Experience of delivering interventions to whole class groups, small groups and individuals with complex SEN E Ability to learn, use and extend knowledge of assistive and augmentative communication systems (AAC), including Makaton, PODD, Core Vocabulary Boards, eye gaze, proloquo 2 go, LAMP words for life E Ability to learn, use and extend knowledge of sensory tools and strategies including weighted & compression equipment, suspended equipment, therapeutic listening E When related to well being needs to support students with personal hygiene and toileting. E To support the welfare of our learners with medical needs by administering medication and first aid following appropriate training when necessary as specified within our Administration of Medication Policy. E