Communication and Interaction Advisory Support Worker

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only working

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Communication and Interaction Advisory Support Worker to assist across primary and secondary schools in Oxfordshire. You will work with Specialist Advisory Teachers, schools and families to support children with Communication and Interaction differences, including Autism, developing inclusive practices in mainstream education.

You will model strategies, deliver targeted interventions and coach staff to strengthen expertise and improve pupil

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Ability to model effective strategies and deliver targeted interventions.

Responsibilities

• Model effective strategies to support children with Communication and Interaction needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions in schools.
• Coach school staff to develop understanding and inclusive practices.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to ensure joined-up support.
• Support transitions and promote participation and wellbeing in mainstream education.

Skills

Communication

Staff coaching

Collaboration with families

Job description

Communication and Interaction Advisory Support Worker Join Oxfordshire's Experts at Hand programme and help children and young people with Communication and Interaction needs thrive in mainstream education. As a Communication and Interaction Advisory Support Worker, you will work alongside Specialist Advisory Teachers, schools and families to support children and young people with Communication and Interaction differences, including Autism. Your role will focus on helping schools develop inclusive practices that enable pupils to participate fully in learning, build confidence and achieve positive outcomes. You will work directly with children and young people, model effective strategies, deliver targeted interventions and coach school staff to develop their understanding and expertise. By sharing practical approaches and specialist knowledge, you will help schools strengthen their provision and create environments where children feel understood, valued and supported. Working across a, As a Communication and Interaction Advisory Support Worker, you will support children and young people with Communication and Interaction differences, including Autism, within mainstream schools. Through targeted interventions, staff coaching and collaboration with families and professionals, you will help create inclusive learning environments where children can participate, achieve and thrive. As a Communication and Interaction AdvisorySupport Worker, you will be a key part of our Communication and InteractionSupport Service, helping mainstream schools develop inclusive practice and improve outcomes for children and young people with Communication and Interaction differences, including Autism. Working within the Experts at Hand model and alongside Specialist Advisory Teachers, you'll provide regular support across primary and secondary schools throughout Oxfordshire. Your work will focus on empowering staff, sharing specialist knowledge and helping schools develop approaches that enable children and young people to participate, learn and thrive in mainstream education. You will spend time modelling effective strategies, coaching staff and delivering targeted interventions that support pupils' development, wellbeing and educational progress. Whether helping a child build confidence in social situations, supporting positive transitions between schools, or advising staff on practical approaches to inclusion, your contribution will have a direct and lasting impact on children's daily experiences in education. A significant part of the role involves building capacity within schools. You'll help staff understand Communication and Interaction differences and develop practical strategies that promote engagement, independence, participation and positive relationships. By sharing expertise and encouraging inclusive approaches, you'll support schools to strengthen their provision and meet the needs of pupils more effectively. You'll also work closely with families and professional partners, helping ensure children and young people receive consistent, joined-up support that enables them to achieve the best possible outcomes. Throughout the role, you'll champion the voice of the child, helping pupils understand their strengths, express their views and play an active part in shaping their support. Range of primary and secondary schools throughout Oxfordshire, you will collaborate with families, education professionals and partner agencies to ensure joined-up support that meets the needs of each child. You will champion the voice of the child, helping young people build confidence, develop independence and play an active role in shaping their own support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting children and young people with Communication and Interaction needs who is passionate about inclusion, partnership working and making a meaningful difference to children's lives. You are passionate about inclusion and believe that every child and young person deserves to feel understood, valued and able to succeed. You recognise that Communication and Interaction differences can present challenges in educational environments and are motivated by helping others develop the understanding and skills needed to overcome barriers. You'll bring experience of supporting children and young people with Communication and Interaction needs within educational settings, alongside a strong understanding of effective strategies and approaches that promote participation, wellbeing and progress. You may have worked directly with children, supported school staff, or contributed to wider SEND provision, and you'll be confident adapting your approach to meet different needs and situations. Strong relationships sit at the heart of this role, so you'll be an excellent communicator who can build trust with pupils, families, school staff and professional partners. You'll be comfortable coaching others, sharing expertise and influencing positive practice in a way that is supportive, collaborative and empowering. We're looking for someone who is calm, patient and solution-focused, with the ability to work independently across a range of schools and settings. You will be organised, resilient and committed to continually developing your knowledge and practice, whilst always placing children and families at the centre of your work. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Oxfordshire County Council are working together to transform support for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through the innovative Experts at Hand programme. By bringing together education, health and care professionals, the programme provides earlier intervention, strengthens inclusion within schools and ensures children and young people receive the right support at the right time. The Communication and Interaction Support Service plays a key role within this vision, helping schools develop inclusive environments where children and young people with Communication and Interaction differences, including Autism, can thrive. Through collaboration with schools, families and professional partners, the service builds confidence, develops expertise and improves outcomes across Oxfordshire. Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust and Oxfordshire County Council are transforming support for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are building a team of health and education professionals (Experts at Hand) to provide earlier intervention and stronger inclusion in schools settings, providing practical support where it is needed, and helping children and young people receive the right support, at the right time. By sharing your expertise and working collaboratively with colleagues across organisations, you'll play a key role in improving outcomes for children, families, and schools across Oxfordshire. At Oxfordshire County Council, we are committed to helping every child and young person achieve their potential. Through our Experts at Hand campaign, we're investing in specialist expertise that strengthens inclusion, builds confidence in schools and ensures children and young people with SEND can access the opportunities they deserve. Working in partnership with schools, families and professional networks, our teams help remove barriers to learning and create positive outcomes for children and young people across the county. As part of Experts at Hand, you'll join a collaborative team that shares knowledge, champions innovation and works together to ensure schools have the skills, confidence and support they need to meet the needs of their pupils. Most importantly, you'll share our commitment to inclusion and our belief that expertise should be accessible when and where it's needed most.

Rewards and benefits

• Term-time only working.
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport 24-7.
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employers contribution of up to 19.9%.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Range of family-friendly policies.

Our Values

• Always learning
• Bekind and care
• Equality and integrity in all we do
• Taking responsibility
• Daring to do it differently

Everyone that works for us demonstrates their commitment to these values. We will ask you to demonstrate your commitment to these values, and their associated behaviours, throughout the application process. Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel.

Our commitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.