Job Description

Our company N-GAGE Therapeutic Care provides creative holistic-led modalities, therapies and education for children and young people. Our objective is to empower them with the support, tools, strategies and healing for a healthier future.

We teach AQA qualifications to young people who are not currently in education or training. Your able to make a difference to these young people and we train in small groups where its very much child lead, at their pace.

We are currently hiring for our team based in Billericay, offering support to learners with SEMH and ASC needs who may struggle in educational settings. We provide bespoke daily sessions, which operate on a 1:2 or small group basis. We work closely with the learners' support networks, both professional and family and try to create a holistic and engaging place for the learners to grow.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role will also be expected to teach a range of beauty treatments and wellness/self care sessions with the learners who are enrolled on our beauty programme.

Working alongside AQA unit award scheme, plan and deliver effective, engaging lessons that will ignite their passion in beauty/hair. Training is at a basic level with students with no prior experience and have left school due to a range of reasons. Our aim is to put them on a pathway to pursue their further training, whilst building resilience and coping strategies for any barriers to learning.

Any additional training that may be required to enable this, will provided by the company.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Use support-based and relationship-based approaches for the social, emotional and mental health needs of the learner. Plan engaging Beauty or Hair training sessions and activities based on the needs of the learner/s. Develop learners skills in key areas Support with Maths and English skills within the beauty industry Provide excellent behaviour management support skills to support learners who display behaviours that challenge. Completing report logs, progress reports as necessary - daily and termly. Working closely in a team of dedicated mentors. Providing admin support to the Centre Manager

Responsibilities of the post will also include:

Goal setting for learners in conjunction with EHCPs and recommendations from schools/agencies. Contributing information to Centre Manager to update external agencies. Communication with parents/carers at drop off and pick up times. Reporting of accidents, incidents, and safeguarding when necessary. Reporting daily attendance through a web-based system. Lesson plans and Tutor notes Contributing to the general upkeep of the site, and resources.
This post requires a DBS check.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Beauty Therapy / Hairdressing experience Competent in teaching a range of beauty treatment Excellent behaviour management skills with a high emphasis on solution-focused planning and delivery of bespoke SEMH skills program. Excellent support skills with a commitment to critical reflection and professional development. A learner-focused approach and ability to differentiate and create bespoke opportunities according to learner needs. Knowledge of behaviour intervention and support practises. Commitment to safeguarding and safe practise. An understanding of learners with challenging behaviour.
Desirable

Recent experience of working with Secondary learners with SEMH difficulties and ASD/PDA. Knowledge of behaviour intervention and support practices. Experience of working with learners with challenging behaviours. Knowledge of inter-agency working.
Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to work successfully as part of a team. Enthusiasm and drive for improvement. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral). Self-motivated and resilient.
Desirable

High expectations of children and a desire to ensure they reach their full potential. Enthusiasm and drive for improvement. Ability to work successfully as part of a team. Commitment to improving outcomes for children and families. Commitment to safeguarding and safe practice. Commitment to Equal Opportunities.
Qualifications & Training

Essential

5 GCSE's grade A-C or equivalent Beauty therapy/Hairdressing Level 2 Willingness to complete necessary qualifications and training
Desirable

Beauty Therapy level 3 AET or equivalent Level 2 Safeguarding Prevent First Aid PRICE Training
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 15.00-17.50 per hour

Benefits:

Free parking
Schedule:

Day shift No weekends
Education:

Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:

Teaching: 2 years (preferred) Behaviour management: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person