SEN Support Worker

CANTO Learning Ltd began its journey in 1992 when local authority funding was secured to work with adults, at the then factory, to support them with their personal lives and the various challenges they faced. ​

CANTO Ltd was formed primarily under adult social care funding which still plays a very large part of the college offering ½ day workshops such as horticulture, cooking, craft, hospitality, well-being and much more. All of these workshops are aimed at building and developing students personal and social skills, independence and communication skills.​

CANTO Ltd then began delivering education programmes, aimed at supporting students who are leaving school, to continue their education. The pathways which all have a different focus. Pathway 1’s is communication, Pathway 2’s is independence, Pathway 3’s is volunteering, Pathway 4’s is employability or further education, and our Supported Internship Pathway is paid employment.​

In 2016 CANTO Ltd became CANTO Learning Ltd, a registered charity. ​

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and the successful applicant will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS certificate. As the post will involve regulated activity with vulnerable individuals, it is a criminal offence to apply for the post if you are included on any barred lists held by the DBS.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process.

Safeguarding Statement

CANTO recognises its responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students. We endeavour to provide a safe and welcoming environment where students are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that students receive effective support, protection and justice.

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We recognise that our college is part of a wider safeguarding system and work closely with the Northamptonshire Safeguarding Children’s Partnership, Northamptonshire Safeguarding Adults Partnership and other agencies to promote the welfare of students. We maintain an attitude of ‘it could happen here’ and will consider the wishes of, and at all times, what is in the best interests of each student.

Job Description for a Support Worker​

• To work alongside specified individuals in a variety of subjects, whilst maintaining the appropriate boundaries.​

• To encourage and support the individuals in assisting them in their personal development.​

• To provide personal care and administer medication where required.​

• Building of resources.​

• To complete accurate records of the sessions in order to provide feedback to the Leadership and Senior Leadership Team.​

• To provide feedback for learner reviews to aid the setting of milestones and targets.​

• To undertake staff training as and when required.​

• To maintain a clean and welcoming environment within their session room at all times.​

• To undertake other duties as requested by the Senior Leadership Team to further enhance the learning experience for those attending the project.

Essential Criteria

• Be able to adopt the CANTO ethos and be committed to work with people with learning difficulties and assisting them in reaching their potential.​

• Be a team player.​

• Be able to generate mutual respect between both students and staff. ​

• Have good understanding of ICT to be able to troubleshoot issues that arise in delivery rooms.​

• Be able to address low/medium level behaviours and use the appropriate strategies to manage these.​

• Be able to keep calm in difficult and challenging situations.​

• Be able to prioritise tasks in order to achieve the best outcome for all.

Desirable Criteria

Candidates would ideally:

• Have experience of working in a training environment and in particular in the specified area of delivery.

• Have a full driving licence.

• Have experience of working with people with learning difficulties.

To apply for this position, please call (phone number removed) to request an application form

Vacancy Details

Regular full time working pattern is Monday-Thursday 8.30am-4.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (36.5 hours a week)

Please note on your application form whether you would like full/part time and your availability.

Salary will be dependent upon experience.

We place an emphasis on staff well-being and provide various activities for staff to participate in. Staff are benefiting this year from a paid day off to further enhance their well-being.

Previous Applicants Need Not Apply

Benefits

• Company pension

• Free parking

• Health & wellbeing programme

• Sick pay