Umbrella Derby and Derbyshire

Are looking to appoint

Lead Independent Supporter - 37 hrs pw (Qualified to NVQ Level 3) Independent Supporter Practitioners x 3 – 18.5 hrs pw, Term Time Only (all posts contracted from November 2014 to 31 March 2016)

Umbrella has been awarded a contract to employ staff and volunteers to support parents and young people through the recent education reforms; particularly in relation to those transitioning from Statements of Special Educational Needs to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP) and to support those newly entering the SEN assessment process.

Lead Independent Supporter, Scale 27 £11.51 per hour within scales 27-30 £22,145 - £23,703 per annum

Independent Support Practitioners Scale 22 £9.82 per hour within scales 22-26 £8,175 - £9,257 per annum (term time only)

Based in Derby, these posts are essential car user posts

Full training and a comprehensive induction will be provided.

For all roles, candidates must have

 Experience of supporting parents/carers and/or young adults with disabilities or additional needs.  Experience of Special Educational Needs and Disability Reforms  Knowledge of services within Derby City and Derbyshire.  Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate

Closing Date – 17th September 2014 at 12.00pm

Interviews for all posts will take place on Monday 22nd and Thursday 25th September 2014

Applicants MUST be available to attend training during November

For an application pack telephone 01332 521229 or email [email protected]