One to One Facilitator
This is a part time, term time only field based position reporting directly to a Seeds of Change Senior Manager.
Main Duties:
- Taking over all responsibility for running the Seeds of Change One to One Course in Personal Development.
- Delivering the course content in the Seeds of Change style and format.
- Ensuring the physical and emotional safety of the young people and horses.
- Liaise with the Equestrian Centre Manager with respect to horse requirements and suitability.
- To undertake responsibility for maintaining and protecting equipment belonging to the equestrian centre and the Seeds of Change.
- To keep accurate records of each session.
- To take pictures and produce these for the young person to use in their journals.
- To liaise with Seeds of Change Management on matters of Child Protection, Health and Safety or other matters where advice or guidance are required.
- To hold copies of all legal documentation, accident book, insurance and risk assessments.
Skills
- A thorough understanding of the Seeds of Change Facilitated Learning approach and course content.
- The ability to communicate with individuals at all levels, using appropriate methods.
- Ability to select the most appropriate technique to gain maximum input from the young people and keep them engaged during the sessions.
- The ability to stay calm, assess a situation and make appropriate decisions to optimise learning for the group.
- A level 2 equine qualification or equivalent.
- A level 3 equine teaching qualification if responsible for a riding programme.
- A counselling, psychotherapy, teaching or similar qualification.
- To be adaptable, flexible and versatile in communicating in an appropriate manner to best meet the needs of the individual.
- Proficient with IT and IT systems
Specialist Skills
- Engage with the individual to support them in their own personal growth and development.
- Build a relationship with the individual where they feel emotionally safe enough to explore their own potential.
- To gain an understanding of the individual through a transitional coaching approach.
- To facilitate the process of personal development appropriate to the learning style, emotional status and requirement of the individual.
- To review progress after each session and provide feedback towards learning goals and how applicable or achieveable they are.
Remuneration
The Seeds of Change are a progressive, forward thinking organisation who are an equal opportunities employer. A competitive salary will be offered to the right individual.
To Apply
If you feel that you have the skills and desire to undertake this rewarding, but sometimes very demanding role, please email in the first instance with your full cv and a covering letter to: mailto:enquiries@theseedsofchange.co.uk. Closing date 01/05/2011
