EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

· Some experience of working effectively in a learning/childcare setting.
· Skills of empathy, listening, communication and responding with appropriate language to build rapport with children and parents /carers from a variety of ages, abilities and backgrounds.
· Aptitude to develop knowledge of the role within the Hackberry environment.
· Flexible, adaptable and positive attitude to working in a structured environment.
· Communication skills to promote and develop effective working with children, colleagues and carers/agencies at an appropriate level to achieve understanding and constructive response.
· Understanding of the role of team, the parent or carer and external agencies in developing and maintaining an effective learning environment.
· Current first aid certificate. (Desirable)
· The ability to contribute effectively to the workload, planning, supervision and responsibilities of a team.
· Ability to work on own initiative, including recognition of the appropriate level at which to refer issues elsewhere for effective resolution.
· Proven communication and interpersonal skills evidenced by dealing with a diverse range of contacts about potentially complicated and/or sensitive issues. Personal Requirements
· Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
· Willingness to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
· Motivation to work with children and young people.
· Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people.
· Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours and attitudes to use authority and maintaining discipline.
·Have a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours of the Hackberry ethos.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality.
· Ability to reflect.
· Ability to demonstrate patience with firmness.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Hack/TA
Expected start date: 15/09/202

Please refer the Job description for details