Neurodiversity Education Specialist

3 days ago

Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Title: Neurodiversity Tutor

Join Sodexo, a global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, as a Neurodiversity Tutor in our HMP & YOI Bronzefield facility. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to support learners with complex needs and provide an advanced programme of learning to help them achieve their full educational potential.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Education Manager, SENCO, and Head of Learning & Skills to improve the quality of provision for prisoners with neurodiverse needs, ensuring service delivery targets are met.
  • Liaise with other departments to support learners with neurodiverse needs in developing self-confidence, independence, and improving their knowledge and skills.
  • Develop and implement neurodiverse provision within the prison, working with individuals who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, or a combination of these.
  • Ensure all learners, including those with special or additional needs, can access education and the whole curriculum.
  • Have a strategic overview of neurodiversity and inclusion throughout the prison, including planning, policy writing, advising, and supporting other staff.
  • Identify individual learners' needs and create a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment.
  • Initiate and carry out assessments, prepare and manage assessment paperwork, and ensure quality assurance procedures are adhered to.
  • Assist in developing behaviour policies and procedures to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Be a visible presence around the department, contributing to a calm and purposeful atmosphere, and take a lead in addressing out-of-lesson behaviour.
  • Work and collaborate with other teaching staff to ensure activities reflect the needs of prisoners within subject areas.
  • Support and train other teaching staff to provide the best quality support for all prisoners.
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Full teaching qualification (Minimum of CTLLS) or PGCE
  • A minimum of two years of 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
  • An interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders
  • The ability to communicate effectively at all times through different mediums, including spoken and written communication
  • The ability to manage confrontation and challenging behaviour
  • Patience, understanding, and empathy with learners
  • A positive, energetic, and enthusiastic outlook
Package Description:

£33, 362.27 per annum + London weighting

37.50 hours (Regular Monday - Friday pattern)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

  • Sodexo Discounts including Costco Membership, Free Spree cashback card, and Gym discounts
  • Sodexo Retirement Plan
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs, including apprenticeships
  • Countless opportunities for career development and to grow within the company
  • Community Online Academy (COA)
  • Employee Lottery
  • Mental Health First Response Programme
  • Health and wellbeing incentives, including Spectrum.Life, YuLife, and Talk
  • Reward and Recognition schemes
  • Flexible working considered
  • Stop Hunger Foundation and Volunteering days
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Bupa Healthcare Plan
  • Life Assurance
  • Free meals (if applicable) and parking on site

Please see benefits guide attached which outlines all of Sodexo's excellent benefits

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

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