Educational Practitioner - Taunton, United Kingdom - Plus One (South West) Ltd

Plus One (South West) Ltd

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Taunton, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The Alternative Education Centre (AEC) is based on a farm setting on the Blackdown Hills.

Our students come from a range of educational provisions, from the ages of 11+ and typically struggle or aren't suited to mainstream education and may display a variety of complex difficulties including behavioural concerns, aggression, emotional/mental health needs, learning difficulties, autism and ADHD.

We provide emotional support aiming to improve behavioural issues, boost self-esteem and confidence with the aspiration they will be able to reintegrate into main stream school, attend college or complete an apprenticeship on leaving the AEC.

We are currently looking to expand out current team, and are seeking a reliable person who can maintain strong boundaries and demonstrates a compassionate approach to education.

You will possess the ability to remain calm in difficult situations.

Daily tasks will include:

Working 1:1 with students in their preferred area of interest
Help student work towards Entry Level units
Liaise with the Head of Centre to see if any specific targets need to ne met
Liaise with our Site Manager to see if repairs, maintenance or cleaning tasks need completing once the students have left
Completion of daily reports for students

Essential Criteria:

Ability to cope in difficult behavioural situations
Ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues
High level of patience, understanding and compassion
A desire to expand own skills and knowledge through personal development and training

Preferable Criteria: