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We're always on the look out for enthusiastic, creative, fun loving people, who don't mind getting just a little bit messy creating happy memories and providing exciting learning opportunities. Any paid employment positions are restricted to those aged 17 or over so we can comply with legal requirements.

We always welcome volunteers and visitors. If you can come along and help, please contact the setting directly to arrange a date and time to suit you.

To apply for any of the positions listed below please e-mail Stacey on stacey.parry@parrywoodchildcare.co.uk stating the position, (and location), you are interested in, with your C.V. and a covering letter. Please scroll down for our current vacancies.

Please Note:

In accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975; all our positions are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must declare all, (spent and unspent), unprotected Criminal Convictions and Cautions made against them. Failure to do so will result in the rejection of your application. All positions are conditional on the return of a satisfactory Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate from the Disclosures and Barring Service, (DBS).

Vacancies

1:1 Support Worker for Child with Autism and Pica

Job Title: Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Assistant

Location: The Village Pre-School, Upham

Hours: Monday - Friday 10.00am - 2.00pm (term time only)

Duration: Fixed Term (end July 2025)

Salary: £11.44 per hour

Job Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 support worker to provide individualised support to a young child with Autism and Pica within our Pre-School setting. The child is non-verbal, so experience in using Makaton and Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is essential. You will play a critical role in their development and welfare, supporting them to engage in daily activities, routines and learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Qualifications and Experience:

A minimum level 3 in Early Years or relevant field is desirable.
Experience of working with children with Autism and Pica is desirable.
Proficiency in using Makaton and PECS is essential.
Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Understanding of safeguarding and health and safety practices within an Early Years setting.

Skills and Attributes:

Compassionate and patient, with a genuine interest in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside parents, SENDCo and multidisciplinary professionals.
Proactive, with the ability to develop engaging activities and respond to the child's individual needs.
High attention to detail, particularly in observing and documenting the child's progress.
Adaptable and flexible, with a willingness to support the wider Pre-School team as required.

For a full job description, along with the application pack please drop into Pre-School or e-mail Stacey on stacey.parry@parrywoodchildcare.co.uk.

Closing Date: 18th October 2024

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 23rd October 2024.