Project Search Tutor
Project Search Tutor
Post Title: Project Search Tutor
Grade: (SO1) S23-S25
£31,122 - £32,112
36 hours per week
All year round
Experienced people with a record of successful practice are invited to apply for the post of Project SEARCH Tutor to start August 2022.
Two available positions: one at Whipps Cross Hospital and the other at St Bartholomews Hospital.
The successful candidate will maintain and develop outstanding teaching and learning in the established team at either Whipps Cross Hospital St Bartholomews Hospital. You will:
- Provide operational leadership to the on-site Project SEARCH programme;
- Participate in basic job coach training and continual staff development;
- Maintain basic up to date knowledge of work-related benefits and funding support;
- Support participation of local agencies to provide a seamless system of support before, during and at the conclusion of the Project SEARCH programme using a person-centred approach to meet individual needs;
- Develop transition goals for student interns and creates “vocational and training plan” based on individual preferences and skills;
- Attend host business induction and insures intern understanding and learning of induction requirements;
Candidates should have experience of working with Post 16 students in a range of educational settings and have the ability to develop inclusive approaches to employment for all.
About Us:
Project SEARCH is a life-changing project opening up a world of opportunities for young people with SEND. The project, which is run at Whipps Cross Hospital, helps young people with SEND gain useful employability skills within a supportive and understanding environment. From September 2022, the Project will also be run at Britain’s oldest hospital, St Bartholomew’s Hospital in the City of London. Both hospitals are part of East London’s Barts Health NHS Trust.
As part of the project, young people aged 17-24 undertake three work placements at the hospitals working in a range of clinical and non-clinical departments as porters, receptionists and assistants.
Throughout the year-long programme, interns received intensive, personalised support from exceptional mentors who ensure they feel secure and comfortable every step of the way. Support might include helping interns travel independently to work, giving them the confidence to speak to new people or identifying ways to work through a list of tasks. This support enables our interns to excel in their placements and become highly-valued team members making a meaningful contribution to their department.
With an employment success rate of over 70%, Project SEARCH has a proven track record of helping young people with SEND secure fulfilling and meaningful jobs. Many graduates of the programme go on to gain full-time, paid employment which they have secured through competitive application processes.
The impact of Project SEARCH cannot be underestimated; not only does it provide worthwhile employment, it also increases interns’ confidence and self-belief and, most importantly, gives them a sense of purpose in life.
Whitefield Academy Trust comprises:
Whitefield Schools – an outstanding school based in Walthamstow which provides specialist education for pupils with complex needs including communication and interaction difficulties.
Joseph Clarke School - based nearby in Highams Park and highly regarded for its expertise in visual impairment.
The Trust Schools attract pupils from North and East London and surrounding counties and together have more than 450 pupils on roll.
Our Research and Development Centre provides support, training and resources for both school staff and other professionals. It also hosts an excellent library and an Outreach Service which supports pupils across 4 Local Authorities.
Waltham Forest as an area combines the best aspects of vibrant city living with easy access to some beautiful green spaces. It has excellent transport links.
Find out more
Your application is a direct permanent application to Whitefield Academy Trust.
To apply, please request an application form from Iain Slinn at whitefieldacademytrust@hays.com or call Iain on 020 7259 8770 for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through an agency), Hays is our recruitment partner for all permanent appointments.
Closing date: 6th July 2022
Interview date: tbc
Whitefield is uncompromising in its commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
The Trust is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit, ensuring best practice in our recruitment process is essential to our commitment.