SEN Tutor - Prison
Location: Ashford, Surrey
Sector: Education
Salary: up to £36,963 (inclusive of LW)
SEN Tutor/Teacher - Neurodiversity - Prison based - Permanent - near Feltham up to £36,963 (inc LW) - 37.5 hours per week
I am looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated SEN Tutor to join this diverse role within a prison. Your role will be to support residents who can have a multitude of complex needs who need assessment and support during their time in prison.
The focus of the department is to provide education opportunities that will enable the prisoners to gain skills and competences that will assist them to return into the community without re-offending. If you hold a full teaching qualification, a recognised Level 3 qualification or above in an identified subject and professional experience focusing on a particular learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or autism, this could be a great opportunity for you.
Main Responsibilities:
Working with individuals who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments (ie visual or hearing), speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties such as dyslexia, conditions such as autism, social, emotional and mental needs or have a combination of these difficulties
Ensure that all learners, including those with special or additional are able to access education and the whole curriculum
Have a strategic overview of SEN and inclusion throughout the prison including planning, policy writing, advising and supporting other staff. This will also include the writing of provision maps for individuals/groups of learners
Identify learners’ individual needs with SEN and being responsible for creating a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment
Initiate and carry out assessments and prepare and manage the assessment paperwork
The Ideal Candidate:
Full teaching qualification (Minimum of CTLLS) or PGCE
Previous qualified teaching experience
A good understanding of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) code of practice
Recognised Level 3 qualification or above in an identified subject and professional experience focusing on a particular learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or autism
Have an interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders
Have an ability to communicate effectively at all times through different mediums, including spoken and written communication
Ability to manage confrontation and challenging behaviour
Patience, understanding and empathy with learners
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Contact Charlotte Kemp
Email charlotte@ppassociates-rec.co.uk - 07850302260
