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Special Educational Needs Coordinator

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Job Introduction

Job introduction
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special educational need?  We are seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join our team at HMP YOI Bronzefield. As a SENCO, you will play a vital role in providing tailored education support and interventions to prisoners with diverse learning needs. In addition to this you will be responsible for giving neurodiversity support to all prisoners.

Responsibilities
  • Assessing and identifying individual learning requirements of each prisoner with special needs.
  • Developing and implementing personalised education plans to cater to everyone’s needs.
  • Collaborating with teaching staff, counsellors, and other professionals to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment.
  • Monitoring and evaluating the progress of prisoners, adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Promoting inclusion and equal opportunities for all learners within the prison setting.
  • Keeping up-to-date records and maintaining clear communication with relevant stakeholders.
The ideal candidate
  • Relevant qualification on special education or a related field.
  • PGCE or QTLS
  • Experience in working with individuals with special educational needs, particularly with a correctional or rehabilitation setting.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and support.
  • Empathy, patience, and a non-judgemental attitude towards prisoners/ learning challenges.
  • Organisational skills to manage individualised education plans and maintain accurate documentation.
Join our team and contribute to the rehabilitation and empowerment of prisoners through quality education. Help us create a supportive and inclusive learning environment within the prison walls.

Package Description

£43,141.62 (£39,412.38 PA plus £3,729.24 PA London Weighting)

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs
  • Countless opportunities to grow within the company
  • Health and wellbeing incentives
  • Reward and Recognition schemes 
  • Free meals and parking on site

We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

All offers are subject to full security clearance checks.

Salary £43,141.62 (£39,412.38 PA plus £3,729.24 PA London Weighting)
Frequency Annual
Job Reference SDX/TP/RF8794VC
Contract Type Permanent
Closing Date 21 August, 2023
Job Category Prison Service
Business Unit UK Government - Justice
Location HMP/YOI Bronzefield, Woodthorpe Rd, Ashford, Surrey
Posted on 04 August, 2023

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