Driver and Education Support

Exciting Opportunity: Driver and Education Support Assistant at a Special Needs School in Worcester.

Monarch Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a Special Needs School in Worcester, offering a rewarding and impactful dual role. This school is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join their team as Education Support Assistant/Driver.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs, both in and outside of the classroom. As part of a small, committed team, you will play a key role in supporting students’ growth, well-being, and development.

Job Title: Driver and Education Support Assistant
Location: Special Needs School, Worcester
Closing Date: 16:00 pm, Monday 3rd February 2025
Interviews: Monday 10th February 2025
Job Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: NJC Spine 5-6 – £24,790 – £25,183 FTE (pro-rata based on hours worked)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 4.5 hours per day, Monday-Friday; Term Time Only
Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months, with the potential to become permanent
Shift Pattern: Fortnightly, to be shared across two roles.

Key Responsibilities:

Driver Role:

• Transport students to and from school daily in a safe and timely manner
• Ensure the vehicle is maintained, roadworthy, and checked daily
• Drive in accordance with the Highway Code, ensuring the safety of passengers at all times
• Coordinate travel routes and assist with communication regarding pupil needs

Education Support Assistant Role:

• Provide support for students with educational, social, and emotional needs both in the classroom and during other school activities
• Work closely with teaching staff to support pupils, particularly those who are most at risk of placement breakdown
• Assist with transporting students and supporting them during out-of-school activities and trips
• Foster positive relationships with students and families, acting as a key contact for communication and emotional support

The Ideal Candidate:

• Driver: Hold a clean D1 driving license with knowledge of the locality and experience transporting young people. MiDAS minibus qualification is desirable (training can be provided).
• Education Support Assistant: Experience working with young people, particularly those with challenging behavior. Knowledge of child protection procedures is essential.
• Personal Attributes: A positive and professional manner, excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work as part of a team. You should be adaptable and able to build trust with young people, supporting their well-being and educational progress.

Additional Requirements:

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• First Aid at Work certification (or willingness to train)
• NVQ3 or equivalent in youth work/education welfare/caring for young people is desirable
• Ability to manage challenging behavior and implement basic strategies for behavior management
• Full, clean driving license for transporting pupils and accompanying them on trips

Why Join This Special Needs School?

• Supportive Environment: You’ll be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in students’ lives.
• Professional Development: Opportunities to enhance your skills with CPD and further qualifications.
• Inclusive Culture: This school prides itself on its ethos of inclusion, respect, and dedication to young people’s potential.

About Monarch Education

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Affinity Academy – continuous learning and development!
• A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to £200
• Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
• Competitive daily rates

To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide – please visit our website – About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant’s applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.

This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.

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