SEND Pupil & Family Intervention Specialist Outdoor Learning

The Methodist Church in Britain; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayflower Community Academy, part of the Learning Academies Trust, is recruiting a SEND Pupil and Family Targeted Intervention Assistant to work under SENDCOs and school leaders. The post delivers time-limited intervention programmes for pupils with SEND, helps families reach agreed SEND support and keeps accurate records of progress.

It stands out for its family-facing work and its use of outdoor learning, including Tf3 and permaculture, to build pupil participation.

Qualifications

• Practical understanding of SEND and inclusive practice.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Building positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Clear and sensitive communication, verbal and written.
• Accurate record keeping and following agreed intervention programmes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted, time-limited interventions and support programmes for pupils with SEND.
• Help pupils engage with learning, routines, participation and inclusion opportunities.
• Support families to understand and access agreed SEND support.
• Record and maintain accurate observations, intervention records and feedback.
• Work with teachers, SENDCOs, Family Support Advisors and other professionals.
• Promote pupil participation in inclusion activities, including outdoor learning and Tf3/permaculture where suitable.
• Monitor and report pupil engagement and progress through factual observations.
• Help families overcome practical barriers to engagement and participation.

Skills

SEND understanding

Safeguarding awareness

Confidentiality

Verbal and written communication

Record keeping

Job description

Mayflower Community Academy, part of the Learning Academies Trust, is recruiting a SEND Pupil and Family Targeted Intervention Assistant to work under SENDCOs and school leaders. The post delivers time-limited intervention programmes for pupils with SEND, helps families reach agreed SEND support and keeps accurate records of progress.

It stands out for its family-facing work and its use of outdoor learning, including Tf3 and permaculture, to build pupil participation.