Sen Team Coordinator - Torquay, United Kingdom - Tubers Academy

Tubers Academy

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Torquay, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Job Title:
SEN PROVISION CO-ORDINATOR

Job Overview:
SEN Teacher - Alternative Provision - Delivering Video Production Training for 7 to 17 year olds

Location:
Torquay

Terms:
Permanent / Contract / Full-time - 40hrs per week

Salary:
£23,000 pa / Pro-rata for 39 week contract

Benefits:
Pension plan

Requirements:
Occasional evening and weekend cover / Occasional remote & off-site delivery

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About Us:
Tubers Academy is a video creators academy and creative space for young people aged 7-17.

We are a forward thinking, progressive company looking for dynamic teachers and creatives to assist in enabling young learners to express themselves digitally.

Our Alternative Provision facility provides 1:1 and small group delivery of our video production curriculum and structured gaming to SEN children out of, transitioning or struggling within the school environment.

Services include:
Alternative Provision / Mobile Learning & Gaming Centre

Reports To:
Head of Provision

About the Role:

Responsible for heading a small team of mentors and managing curriculum delivery & individual child SEN development programs within an Alternative Provision setting.

May be required to deliver or support across all services outlined above.

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Responsibilities:

Managing mentor team, curriculum delivery, child progression and reporting.
Establishing individual term and session plans.
Monitoring learner progress and targets.
Delivering direct learner training.
Liaising with local schools, authorities and other involved organisations.
Working closely with parents, guardians and support workers.
Centre management during Alternative Provision sessions.
Working closely with management to ensure service standards and development.

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A dedicated, committed team leader with a strong work ethic and the ability to motivate and direct mentors to a high delivery standard.

An engaging individual capable of supporting, guiding and inspiring young people with additional needs.

A patient and empathetic personality with a passion for working with children who face difficulties in education and confidence in dealing with challenging behaviours.

(D) = Desired (E) = Essential

Experience of working with children with SEN requirements. (E)
Experience of working with children with autism / PDA / ADHD / anxiety. (E)
Understanding of EHCP and professional child assessments. (E)
Ability to structure and implement childled plans, targets and aims. (E)
Ability to understand the scope of individual learner specific requirements. (E)
Confidence to positively resolve issues with learners, families and team members. (E)
Experience managing or supervising a small team. (E)
Experience working with camera equipment and video production platforms. (D)
Knowledge of video games and internet culture. (E)
Flexibility to work overtime and cover shifts when required. (E)

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Required Skills:

Confident IT skills, experience using both Mac OSX and Windows. (E)
Strong reporting and admin skills. (E)
Ability to use design software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. (D)
Knowledge of editing software including Final Cut Pro X. (D)

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Provided Training:

IT systems, hardware and software used within the Academy / AP setting.
Basic video production, video editing, media and tech training.
Service Policies and Procedures.
Paediatric First Aid training.
Child protection training.
Safeguarding training.
Autism awareness training.
Training in deescalation techniques & strategies for behaviours that cause concern.
Continuous CPD and training as agreed.