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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: NEWSTART EDUCATION CENTRE Ensure young people attending NEC day school are well-supported to maximise their learning potential. Working in partnership with teachers, tutors and learner support staff in NEC to create a progressive learning environment where all young people can thrive and succeed. To support NEC teachers and tutors to develop and deliver learning approaches and plans which help maximise the full potential of young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and tutors with the planning and delivery of learning activities on a day-to-day basis.
• Prepare, maintain and set up equipment/resources in advance so the potential of learning activities is maximised. Where appropriate, assist young people in their use.
• Help monitor young people’s responses/progress to learning activities and help accurately record their progress/achievement as directed by teachers and tutors.
• Work closely with teachers, tutors and behaviour support staff to promote progressive behaviour so young people can maximise their learning potential.
• Help acknowledge, celebrate and display young people’s work to support the creation of a strength-based learning environment.
• Support teachers and tutors with routine tasks such as administration, photocopying, learner plans, administration of coursework etc.
• Challenge and motivate young people, promoting and reinforcing self-worth, confidence, self-esteem and the transformative value of education.
• Attend and participate in meetings as appropriate.
• Be aware of and comply with NEC policies and procedures, particularly those regarding safeguarding.
• Complete break and lunchtime duties as required to support positive behaviour.
• Participate in training and other learning activities as required.
• Assist in the supervision of young people within NEC and on outside trips, activities etc.
• To work as a member of the Newstart team and to engage in activities which promote and develop the programme, and Newstart Education Centre.
• To attend relevant training courses and localised meetings as required.
• To carry out such duties as may reasonably be required of the post holder.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work with young people with a wide range of learning needs and ability levels.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively whilst under pressure.
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as working effectively in a team.
• Ability to handle issues with sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Proven understanding of the work of NEC.
• Proven commitment to user involvement in the planning and delivery of services.
• Strong commitment to Newstart Education Centre values, principles and the rights of children and young people.
• Strong commitment to training and development in line with the post.

Desirable Skills

• Level 3 Classroom Assistant or other relevant, appropriate qualification.
• Experience of supporting young people, excluded or on the margins of mainstream education and young provision, in a relevant setting such as youth, community, or school.

Further Information

The Employer is: NEWSTART EDUCATION CENTRE JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information. Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.