About the role
Are you interested in supporting children to develop a positive sense of self and the skills for lifelong learning? At Bernards Heath that is our aim for every child. We are looking for soemone to join our team and make a differnce every day.
This role is working 1:1 with a child following a personalised timetable inside and outside of the main classroom from 1pm - 3.20pm Monday to Friday term time only.
The successful candidate will:
* understand all behaviour is communication and will have a therapeutic approach to responding to behaviour
* have a knowldge of trauma and the impact adverse childhood experiences can have on feelings and behaviour
* have a knoeledge of attachment styles and appropriate strategies for working with children with disorganised attachment
* know the value of working in partnership with parents
* act on feedback and ask questions
* be able to demonstrate inititive and resilience
* have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
In return for the above we can offer you:
* a supportive environment to learn in
* Committed and supportive parents who are keen to work in partnership with you
* specific feedback to help you learn
* an employee assistance programme that includes access to GP, physio, counselling and more
If you are interested in applying please come and visit, we would love to show you around and talk to you more about our school. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the advert early. Applications will be kept private and confidential and in accordance with our data protection policy. Unsuccessful applications will be kept for 6 months and will then be shredded
To help us meet our high standards and aspirations of a fully diverse and inclusive workplace, we strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply and to join us.
To give your application the best chance of progressing past shortlisting, ensure you write your application with regard to the job description and person specification giving clear examples where possible.
Bernards Heath Infant and Nursery School are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. A self-disclosure will be requested prior to interview and references will need to be completed before any appointment can be made.
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