TITLE OF JOB:Alternative Provision Autism Lead
LOCATION:Primary Behaviour Partnership Tier 4 and 5 provision based at our Acorn Centre
GRADE:H7
HOURS:14 hours a week (flexible hours mainly within the school day)
REPORTS TO: Provision Lead/ teacher of Acorn provision
LOCATION:Various (within DSPL9)
Full driving license and use of fully insured car is essential
REASON JOB EXISTS
To coordinate and liaise with a range of agencies involved with alternative provision for identified primary aged children who are deemed at high risk of permanent exclusion or who have been permanently excluded. The Alternative Provision has been developed in response to local identified needs. To support children, schools and families where children have autism or significant traits of autism.
Acorn Centre Core Values:
At the Acorn Centre we:
Embrace the individuality of each and every child within a warm safe and nurturing space. Where the child’s voice is listened to, understood and valued.
Through safe boundaries we provide a sense of security and improved emotional well-being to them.
As part of our commitment to the child we also encourage positive relationships based on mutual respect, between parent/carers, school and the child through modelling fun, play based activities.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
To work effectively with the provision lead/ teacher.
To work collaboratively with all members of the team to support identified children
To work with and support schools in raising awareness of attachment needs and how to support these
To support families of children accessing our provision
To deliver training to schools and families
To work collaboratively with our family advocate
To attend meetings as requested by the lead teacher, the preparation of reports and following up any actions
To administer first aid to pupils as needed
To support the work of the CAT from HCC
To develop effective relationships with health including SALT, CAMHS and Paediatricians
Any other areas within grading of post
CRIMINAL RECORDS BUREAU (DBS)
This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Criminal Records Bureau as part of Hertfordshire County Council’s pre-employment checks. Please note that additionalinformation referring to the Criminal records Bureau is in the guidance notes to the application form. If you are invited to an interview you will receive more information.
The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time be necessary.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES AND TRAINING
Education, Training and Professional Qualifications
Educated to level 3, equivalent qualifications or proven work experience to that level
Experience and qualifications related to Autism (or a willingness to undertake)
Experience of working with children and families
Experience of working effectively with other agencies
Background in education, social or health care or community development
First Aid certificate
Good understanding of the Health and Safety at work Act 1974
Excellent IT skills
Organisation and planning
Good listening and communication skills – maintaining confidentiality
The ability to build good relationships with hard to reach individuals/ families
Evidence of working effectively within a team
Adaptability and problem solving
A non-judgemental approach
Confidence to devise and deliver training for parents/ carers and professionals
Equal opportunities
Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
Acorn Centre Autism Lead 28.03.18