Parent Support Advisor (PSA) and SEND Assistant

have experience of working to overcome barriers to learning and well-being and enabling greater engagement offamilieswith school and related services

haveexperience of a child centred approach to providing andprocuringsupport

beable to develop links with a wide range of stakeholders:children, parents,governorsand the full range of outside agencies who work closely with the school

be capable of dealing with sensitive, confidential issues and complex and challenging case work

have excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills

have the ability tocomplete reportsin a timelymanner

have the ability towork under pressure and prioritise workload

be open to advice,feedbackand guidance / direction from colleagues

be interested in and willing to take on CPD opportunities to extend their skill base.