Neurodiversity Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Ashford, Kent, United Kingdom Sodexo Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Neurodiversity Tutor to join our dedicated learning team at HMP Bronzefield. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to provide specialized support for prisoners with neurodiverse needs, helping them to develop self-confidence, independence, and improve their knowledge and skills.

The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) code of practice and be able to communicate effectively with individuals who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, or a combination of these difficulties.

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment, identifying individual needs, and initiating assessments. They will also work collaboratively with other teaching staff to ensure that activities reflect the needs of prisoners within the subject areas.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Liaise with other departments to ensure all learners with neurodiverse needs are supported.
  • Work with individuals who may have physical disabilities, sensory impairments, speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties, or a combination of these difficulties.
  • Have a strategic overview of neurodiversity and inclusion throughout the prison, including planning, policy writing, advising, and supporting other staff.
  • Identify all learners' individual needs and be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive learning environment.
  • Initiate and carry out assessments and prepare and manage the assessment paperwork.
  • Ensure that quality assurance procedures are adhered to and are used to achieve high standards.
  • Assist in the development of behaviour policies and procedures to meet the needs of all learners.
  • Work and collaborate with other teaching staff within the department/prison to ensure that the activities reflect the needs of the prisoners within the subject areas.

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.
  • To have an interest in the rehabilitation and resettlement of offenders.
  • To have an 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.

Package Description:

Up to £38,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus London weighting. Regular Monday to 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 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.

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.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks.

About The Company:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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