SEN Attendant (Rolling Advert)

Hounslow Education Partnership; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education partnership is seeking a part-time SEN Attendant to support children with special needs during their journeys to and from school. The ideal candidate will possess a caring personality, good communication skills, and physical fitness. This role offers flexible working hours during term time.

Qualifications

• Caring and friendly personality with empathy and understanding.
• Understanding of the needs of SEND children and young people.
• Physically fit and able to manage emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and adults with special needs to various destinations.
• Ensure a fun and safe journey to and from school.

Skills

Caring and friendly personality

Empathy and understanding

Physical fitness

Ability to manage emergencies positively

Good spoken English and communication skills

Job description

Overview

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We are an outstanding council serving a diverse borough. Our workforce values equality, diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to being an inclusive employer. We offer reasonable adjustments during the application process as part of our Disability Confident commitments.

About the role

The London Borough of Hounslow’s Transport Co-ordination service is recruiting Attendants to support SEND children during their journey to and from school. This is a part-time role with 132 hours per week split shifts (am and pm), term-time only. There are opportunities for additional hours and for Casual Attendants if you require more flexibility. You will be responsible for transporting children and adults with special needs and disabilities to various destinations, within and outside of the Borough.

Role includes working to ensure a fun and safe journey for young people with special needs and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and adults with special needs and disabilities to destinations within and outside the Borough.
• Operate within term-time schedules; participate in split AM/PM shifts.
• Provide a safe and supportive travel environment for SEND learners.
• Follow established safeguarding, health and safety, and emergency procedures.

About you

• Caring, friendly personality with empathy and understanding.
• Understands the needs of SEND children and young people.
• Physically fit.
• Able to handle emergency situations in a positive manner.
• Good level of spoken English and communication skills.

Selection and contact

Candidates will be subject to a telephone interview as part of the selection process. For more information or to request an application form, please contact the Transport Team on 020 8583 4020 or email [e-mail].

Employment details

• Employment type: Part-time
• Seniority level: Entry level
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration

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