Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor CC/3218

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Northop

Remote

GBP 27,000 - 28,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery provision

Job summary

Coleg Cambria is seeking an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor to join the Inclusion team. The role involves travel to Deeside and Yale sites to provide cross-campus support, helping autistic students overcome barriers and reach their potential.

The position requires Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent), Level 2 Digital Literacy, and experience supporting learners with autism in educational settings. Welsh language skills are desirable.

Qualifications

Experience supporting people with autistic spectrum disorders in an FE or similar setting.
Experience delivering 1:1 and group support to learners with additional support needs.
Confidence to work independently with learners with ASD.

Responsibilities

Support transitions for learners with social communication difficulties and anxiety.
Improve the college experience for students with social anxiety.
Provide ASD-related support in classrooms and during breaks/lunchtimes.
Collaborate with the Inclusion team and teaching staff to ensure coordinated support.
Deliver targeted interventions to build confidence and encourage engagement with timetabled sessions and independent study.

Skills

ASD support experience

1:1 and group support

Independent work with ASD learners

Welsh language skills desirable

Education

Level 2 English and Maths or equivalent

Level 2 Digital Literacy

Job description

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor CC/3218

Salary: £27,120 - £27,500

Job Description and Person Specification

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Job Summary

Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration...

Role Title

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor

Location

Northop (with travel to other sites)

Contract Type

Permanent: Full time

Salary

£27,120 - £27,500

We currently have a vacancy for an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Mentor to work in our dynamic Inclusion team. This role involves traveling to our Deeside and Yale sites to provide cross-campus support when required.

The ASD mentor provides a complementary service to existing support within the College, addressing the needs of autistic students who need help to overcome barriers in order to achieve their full potential.

What you will do

Support effective transitions for learners with social communication difficulties and experiencing extreme anxiety.
Improve the college experience of those who experience social anxiety.
Provide support for students with ASD and social communication difficulties with the practical impact of their autism on their academic experience in the classroom and/or during break and lunchtimes
Work closely and communicate effectively with the College's Inclusion team to support liaison with teaching staff and college services.
Deliver focused interventions to build confidence and motivate students to engage in their timetabled sessions and undertake the independent study required to complete their course.

Must haves

Educated to Level 2 or equivalent standard in English and Maths or above.
Currently holds a Level 2 Digital Literacy or is willing to work towards.
Professional experience of supporting people with autistic spectrum disorders in an FE Setting or similar.
Experience of providing 1:1 and group support to learners with additional support needs in an educational setting or related environment.
Confidence in working independently with learners with ASD.

Welsh skills are desirable for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.

We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a 'Disability Confident' Employer.

We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

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