Activity-Led Support Assistant - Animal Antiks
Location: Buckingham
Overview
Animal Antiks, a compassionate farm based in the scenic surroundings of Buckinghamshire, is seeking dedicated Activity-led Support Assistants to join our team on a casual basis.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about working with both animals and young people with complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and help create memorable experiences in a rural setting.
Job Salary: £11.44 per hour
Contract Type: Casual/Bank staff
Hours: Part-Time
Closing Date for Applications: 30th June 2024
About us
Animal Antiks is a caring farm that provides unique and therapeutic experiences for children and young people with complex needs. Our mission is to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where individuals can develop new skills, build confidence, and form meaningful connections with animals and nature.
Located in the picturesque surroundings of Buckinghamshire, our farm offers a range of engaging activities and support services to promote personal growth and well-being.
About the role
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with children and young people with special educational needs (SEN), providing support and guidance during their time at Animal Antiks.
- Organise and facilitate group and 1-1 sessions in multiple disciplines, delivering sessions suited to the groups’ needs and with a high degree of flexibility.
- Organise and facilitate outdoor craft activities, encouraging creativity and exploration.
- Assist with basic care and livestock support, ensuring the well-being of our animals and maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere for all those in our care, promoting a sense of belonging and engagement.
- Collaborate with the Animal Antiks team to develop and implement tailored activity plans for groups and individuals with differing complex needs.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and empathy while interacting with children, their families, and other team members.
About you
Requirements:
• A natural aptitude in dealing with a highly flexible environment.
• Using initiative, problem solving and identifying solutions.
• Empathy for those experiencing physical and mental health difficulties.
• Relevant experience supporting children or adults with special needs is desirable.
• An understanding and appreciation of the importance of helping people overcome barriers caused by disability in society and the workplace.
• Strong communication and negotiating skills.
• Good leadership skills and the ability to motivate others.
• Resilient and robust
• Desire to work outdoors in all weathers
Other information
If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact in the lives of young people with complex needs and would enjoy working in a farm-based environment, please submit your CV to [email protected]
Animal Antiks is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our safeguarding policies.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
- All unspent cautions and convictions cautions
- All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
