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Job description

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a specialist one to one Education service within Foyle Down Syndrome Trust to enhance the communication, language, literacy, numeracy and social skills of our children and young people with Down syndrome, aged 0 to 12. Will also work as a team to develop and deliver a user led social programmes for the 0-3 and 4-7 year old groups. .

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and deliver a one to one Education programme for children with Down syndrome, aged 0 to 12, offering a user led approach
• Work as part of a team to plan, develop and deliver the 0-3 year old and 4-7 year old social programmes including summer schemes
• Plan, review and assess Education sessions to monitor their effectiveness and to support planning and development of further sessions, ensuring regular updating to reflect current best practice and evidence base
• Liaise closely with parents or carers and provide specialist advice and support regarding their child's communication, language, literacy, numeracy and social developmental needs to ensure best outcomes
• Help undertake risk assessment for all activities to ensure that all health and safety requirements are met
• To develop and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with all Foyle Down Syndrome Trusts members and staff, being committed as part of a team to providing high quality service provision to all our children with Down syndrome

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Relevant Degree i.e. Education, Early Years, Early Childhood Studies Or Minimum of 5 years paid experience as a Special Needs Assistant
• Experience delivering education sessions to children with a learning disability
• Knowledge of the dynamics and impact of Down syndrome and how best to support children with the condition
• Excellent communication skills
• An understanding of health and safety requirements in providing high quality service provision for children with a disability
• Clear knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding

Desirable Skills

• Qualified Teacher
• Experience using interventions such as Makaton, PECS, visual stories as methods of communication

Further Information

This is currently a 2 year post until 30th June 2026 (possible extension subject to funding). Appointment is subject to completion of an Enhanced Access NI check. Benefits of employment at FDST: 5 percent employer pension contribution. Vitality Health Care. Enhanced Annual Leave allocation. Free uniform. Free Enhanced Access NI Check. Access to training and continual professional development.