The pupil is engaged within his current setting and is able to communicate through nonverbal means and working with this pupil will be rewarding as the pupil continues to make progress.

The support required is targeted at the learning and emotional needs of a pupil who  is following a bespoke timetable. The pupil is currently nonverbal and has an intimate care plan.

The candidate will work under the direction of the class teachers and SENDCo to support the pupils’ identified needs.

The successful candidates will:

• ·        Have experience of supporting pupils with identified special educational needs and/or Speech & Language  and work as part of a team to deliver priorities on SEND support plans.

• ·        Have the confidence to manage SEMH issues arising from developmental delay

• ·        Help children to learn as effectively as possible

• ·        Have an understanding of the potential barriers to learning

• ·        Work confidently and effectively on their own and as part of a team

• ·        Have experience in delivering/scaffolding a differentiated programme of work as directed by the class teacher

• ·        Facilitate the inclusion of SEND children within the whole class setting

• ·        Establish positive, supportive relationships with the pupil, colleagues, parents and other agencies where necessary

• ·        Have a calm and caring nature 

          The Downley School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check.