The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change. Northern Counties School is approved by the Department for Education to provide all age (3-19 years) special for children who have a hearing impairment or visual impairment, those with profound and multiple learning disabilities and autistic spectrum disorder all of whom require education, therapy and care within a specialist communication environment.
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Patient & Empathetic
Energentic & Enthusiastic
Friendly
Professional & Respectful
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Patient & Empathetic
Energentic & Enthusiastic
Friendly
Professional & Respectful
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 or A*-C) essential
There may be potential opportunities to progress to a permanent role within the foundation, on the sucessful completion of the apprenticeship
The salary of this post is pro rata therefore successful candidates will work 39 weeks per year and be paid over the 45 weeks per year in order to include holiday payment This post is to work with children who have disabilities and special educational needs therefore the successful candidate will need be able to demonstrate a calm, caring and patient manner
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