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Due to internal staff development and organisational growth, we are looking to recruit Therapeutic Sports Coaches as part of our Emotional Wellbeing team to work alongside our young people.

Core Purpose:

To encourage the inclusion of students by using positive management techniques designed to develop the students' ability to regulate their own emotions, specifically using sport and physical activity as a driver for change.

To work with all staff as part of a professional team to support and deliver learning activities for individual and targeted groups of students with the aim of improving students' attitudes, as well as their attendance and achievement, specifically using sport and physical activity as a driver for change.

To work with the Head of Physical Provision to design and develop intervention programmes using sport and physical activity to support students' emotional regulation, pro-social interactions, dealing with relational conflict and developing self-awareness.

To work with Head of Therapeutic Provision and Head of Statutory Provision to provide effective family intervention.

To undertake home visits when appropriate during term and holiday time.

Duties:

To design and deliver intervention sessions and programmes using sport and physical activity for individuals or groups of students with a focus on strengthening emotional regulation, pro-social interactions, dealing with managing relational conlict and developing self-awareness

To produce a variety of resources for student/foundation/hub designed to support an individual's SEMH programme and/or support whole foundation positive regulation systems

To participate in the evaluation and review of the agreed support in conjunction with the Head of Phyical Provision, the Emotional Wellbeing team and/or foundation staff
To attend relevant meetings and in-service training provided by the Foundation
To consult with parents regarding student support matters and responding to critical incidents
To record all critical incidents in an appropriate and timely manner
To support students before, during and after a cycle of assault to both reassure them and ensure that the student is aware of what restorative actions are necessary
To be a strong role model for emotional regulation and associated language
Work with the Head of Phyical Provision and Emotional Wellbeing team to strategically plan and implement interventions that enable all students to overcome personal obstacles and challenges so that they make maximum progress and attainment
To demonstrate a commitment to promoting the mental wellbeing of all students and staff, ensuring it is the focus of all actions undertaken in the role
To provide support, guidance and advice to home settings which enhances their understanding of their child's challenges

To support the identification of at-risk pupils or those demonstrating signs of mental ill health
To develop relationships with home, and set up interventions that can be delivered with families
To develop a support system that will encourage relationships and effective communication between home and the foundation and relationships
To organise visits to students at home during holidays in order to promote smooth and consistent transition between settings

Person Specification: Applicants will be able to demonstrate an empathy with young people, have previous experience with family liaison or in an emotional support setting and hold a Level 2 qualification in both maths and English or be willing to work towards these qualifications. A current, clean UK driving licence must have been held for at least a year. (For full details please see attached document)

Information about the School

Established in 2020 and having achieved successful status as an Independent Special School for Social, Emotional, Mental Health and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in 2023, Omnia Foundation offers a unique experience for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), for 12–16-year-old boys.

We believe in investing in people. As professionals in the teaching and training professions, we strive to provide a better future for the children, young people and home settings we work with. Success for us means unleashing the potential of each individual so they can grow, develop and reach the potential of which they are capable. Our values are grounded in our determination to be the change we want to see in the world, through passion, commitment and integrity. We strive to plant a seed of kindness and compassion in a generation that will produce resilience and hope and enable them to aspire and achieve productive and fulfilled lives. Our success is measured in the lives we changed.

At the Omnia Foundation, we create a secure and safe environment that encourages communication, self-belief, mutual respect and success. We provide a rich and balanced curriculum that develops every child, allowing them to achieve their true potential. We have high expectations of our students and build a secure and happy atmosphere in which students can learn effectively.

Based in Rayleigh, Essex with close transport links to London, our current location is set within a sports and social club.

Successful candidates will be expected to embrace the OMNIA FOUNDATION VALUES FRAMEWORK: OPEN-MINDED, MOTIVATED, NOBLE, INDEPENDENT, ACHIEVERS

BENEFITS PACKAGE - To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a total rewards package: - Group pension plan - Access to internal wellbeing support - Competitive annual leave entitlement - Healthcare Cash Plan, including discounted gym memberships and retail discounts - Life Assurance - Continuous Professional Development incl. formal qualifications and paid professional membership

We support, develop and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work.

Statement of Child Protection - Note to applicants

Visits to the school are strongly advised. For an informal discussion about the post, and to arrange a visit please contact People@omniafoundation.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts within the company. Please note that a conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Please be aware that as part of our Safer Recruitment process we will be conducting online searches on all applicants invited for interview. This is not part of the shortlisting process itself, but any causes for concern will be explored further at interview stage.

It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please see our website for our policies on Child Protection and Safeguarding.

Applications may be considered as we receive them and we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date.

Omnia Foundation will not share your data with third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. Omnia Foundation will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you, and the Disclosure and Barring Service to obtain necessary criminal record checks.