08/10/21

Centre in France looking for a Conductor

• We are looking for a qualified conductor for a group of children aged 6 to 11
• It is an opening centre located in Lyon, south east of France
• It is a short-term contract starting in February 2022, although it can be changed to a permanent contract 
• Basic French would be appreciated but not compulsory (willing to learn and adapt)
• Salary depends on experience, accommodation and transport

05/10/21

French organisation (east of France) looking to employ a “traveling” Conductor on a regular basis, starting from mid-October 2021, for 5 – 8 weeks periods to lead our students’ Conductive education program. The position is for someone who can empower families and partner up with the child in their development process. We lead small groups and individual sessions for children aged between 2 – 14 years old.

What you will have:

• Beautiful play partners
• Respectful families
• Well-equipped facility
• Caring management
• Comprehensive salary
• Comfortable apartment to stay

What we are looking for:

• Empathy
• Contribution to the assessment, admission and administration process
• Developing complex programmes encompassing all areas of development
• Preparing sessions, setting up the classroom for the individual needs of our clients
• Maintain good relationship with parents and other professionals involved in the child’s life

If you feel it’s for you, let’s chat about it!

10/08/21

NZ Foundation for Conductive Education (NZFCE) is the umbrella organisation for 13 affiliated Conductive Education centres in New Zealand.

We are offering a wonderful opportunity to Conductors with the x-factor – either those with experience or new graduates.

The roles present exciting openings for people who love a challenge; have initiative; and the desire to contribute to the growth of Conductive Education in NZ.

Key skills required:

• Good command of English – oral and written (completion of IELTS would be an advantage)
• Ability to build excellent relationships with peers and other professionals
• Flexibility
• Enjoy a challenge
• Ability to think outside the square and show initiative

In return for your commitment you will be offered a competitive salary, support with immigration process, a contribution towards relocation costs, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to live in a relatively covid free environment!

If you think that you tick the boxes above, we would love to hear from you.

30/07/21

To start ASAP

We are a family that have an 11-year-old child with cerebral palsy.  

We have had conductive education experience. 

We know 4 families that are interested in a conductive education project and hope that an experienced conductor would be able to help us. 

We live by the seaside, in Civitavecchia (Port of Rome, Italy). 

21/05/21

To start ASAP

For our son Eric, who is 7.5 years old and has CP. Saturday and Sunday 8am to 8pm. Friday 7.30am to 7pm

£16 per hour, gross

Near Hampstead Tube. Driving: Yes, automatic car

12/05/21

Starting September 2021.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Teacher or Conductor-Teacher to join our outstanding team. Greenhall is a Local Authority Special Nursery for children in the Early Years, specialising in meeting the needs of children with difficulties in the prime areas of learning (physical, communication and language and personal, social and emotional development). A child-centred approach is at the heart of all that we do.  

The school is committed to Conductive Education as a means of early intervention for our pupils with physical disabilities. A willingness to undertake training towards becoming a Teacher/Conductor is desirable.  

We are offering the opportunity to work in a welcoming Nursery with a committed, enthusiastic and highly dedicated staff team. Training, support and coaching will be offered to the successful candidate to ensure they are successful in their duties. 

05/05/21

We have an exciting opportunity for an inspirational professional to join our dedicated team from September 2021.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Conductor-Teacher to lead a class. Horton Lodge is a Local Authority Residential Special School in Staffordshire for children aged 2-11 years with physical disabilities and associated learning difficulties. Our pupils have a range of complex needs including cognitive, physical, sensory, and health related disabilities. Horton Lodge has a long standing commitment to Conductive Education.

We are offering the opportunity to work in our innovative school in a beautiful setting with pupils who are happy and enthusiastic about learning. We have a skilled and highly dedicated staff team and a very supportive Governing Body. Appropriate training and support will be offered to the successful candidate to ensure they are successful in their duties.

26/04/21

Do you have a particular affinity with babies and young children?

Then we need your brilliance, your ability to see potential and solve problems (along with your Conductor’s qualification – *we will also accept applications from third-year students) to join our small but highly effective team here in the buzzing, historic city of Nottingham.

25/03/21

We are a family of 5 and a dog, living in London Clapham between Clapham South and Clapham Junction. Our middle daughter has Cerebral Palsy (diagnosed quadriplegic, but more evident on the left hand side), she is  14 years old and she is quite independent, she needs though a lot or refinement in some basic skills, like walking, putting tights and socks on, etc. She is also deaf and she wears a cochlear and a very powerful hearing aid and with those she can hears relatively well.

She is quite good with her body, she can ski, rock-climbs, cycles (2 wheels), but lately she has grown quite a lot and her muscles struggle to keep up.

We would like to have 2 hours combined of conductive education/week at our house or in our immediate neighbourhood, we don’t want Iolanda to travel.

We will want them to start as soon as convenient.

15/02/21

Part time 3 days per week, term time only

‘Pace’, an innovative and ground breaking children’s charity and independent school, are seeking a suitably qualified Conductor to join our team at Pace.

A Conductor within Pace School Services is required to work as a specialist member of a transdisciplinary team in providing integrated educational programmes for pre-school and school aged children with motor impairments and associated difficulties.  This will require a commitment to the principles and practice of the Pace integrated curriculum approach and the ability to plan and deliver in collaboration with professional colleagues, all-day, integrated programmes that address all aspects of each child’s development i.e. motor, language and communication, cognitive, academic and social skills.

If you are a lively Conductor who would like the opportunity to work as part of the Pace team, a downloadable application pack is available at www.thepacecentre.org/vacancies Applications to: vacancies@thepacecentre.org

We offer a competitive salary and extensive in-service training and development to support you in this exciting and innovative role.

Pace is committed to the wellbeing, safety and protection of all our pupils and an enhanced DBS will be required.

Pace is committed to Equal Opportunities.

25/01/21

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Conductor-Teacher (applications from Conductors or Teachers would be considered).

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. Paces delivers programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independently as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well.

We are seeking a Conductor/Teacher to work within our Secondary provision and play an instrumental role with the Senior Leadership Team in developing the curriculum offer.

A Microsoft Word version of this information and additional essential/desirable criteria is available to view here

22/01/21

About Stick ‘n’ Step

Stick ‘n’ Step provide free conductive education sessions to children with cerebral palsy. Our support improves mobility, independence and boosts self-confidence, enabling each child to reach their personal potential.

We deliver our service from our two specialised centres, in Wallasey and Runcorn; we currently support over 100 families from the North West of England.

About the role

Based in Stick ‘n’ Step’s Runcorn centre, the post holder will plan, lead and deliver conductive education programmes, which meet the individual needs of participating children and young people.

Key responsibilities

Planning

• Contribute to the assessment and admission process of children and young people for group or individual placements.
• Set conductive goals for children and young people, ensuring that they reach their personal potential.
• Develop complex programmes, including task series, which are differentiated to meet the individual needs of children and young people.
• Prepare sessions and set up the classroom in line with group and individual aims, the complex programme and agreed schemes of work.

Delivery

• Lead and facilitate group or individual sessions according to complex programmes and individual aims.
• Participate in and share responsibility for creating and maintaining an appropriate, safe and attractive learning environment for children.
• Manage the behaviour of children in line with principles of best practice.
• Maintain appropriate records of the children and young people’s development and progress and write reports as requested by parents, as well as other internal or external stakeholders.

Training, development and supporting the Stick ‘n’ Step team

• Supervise and help to manage the workload of classroom assistants.
• Attend and contribute to in-service training programmes, on-the-job training and external courses in line with individual and group professional development plans.
• Share expertise and specific knowledge gained with other members of the team, including the coaching of classroom assistants and case discussions with team members.
• Prepare for, attend and contribute to staff meetings and other events, which aim to improve relations with external stakeholders.
• Prepare for, attend and contribute to meetings with parents, ensuring that they have input into the goals and programmes of their children and are fully informed of their progress.
• Make periodic home visits as requested to assist families in implementing aspects of Conductive Education in their home and community life.
• Represent the organisation to visitors, funders, families and all other stakeholders in the highest possible standards.
• Review, with appropriate persons, own training and development needs, agreeing and taking appropriate action.
• Adhere to all agreed policies, planning programmes and development plans.

Undertake any other reasonable activity in line with the responsibilities of the post as requested by a senior member of staff or Trustee.

An enhanced DBS check will be made for this post.

26/11/20

We are seeking a suitably qualified Conductor to join our team in one of the best regions in picturesque New Plymouth, New Zealand. https://livemagazine.co.nz/issues/spring-2020/ 

Our service currently focuses on Pre-School & School aged children in group and individual sessions in our independent classroom setting. You will be required to develop, lead, implement & document intervention programs for learners, working alongside our Conductor, support staff and volunteers. We currently have 20 enrollees, with scope to expand.

Our children present a diverse range of abilities, the successful applicant must possess knowledge and skillset relevant to assisting those with broad intellectual and physical challenges.

Applicants must have excellent English language skills, be keen to join in & enjoy New Zealand culture. Completion of an IELTS exam and/ or additional qualification is an advantage.

We expect the successful applicant to be willing to become a registered New Zealand teacher.

We are an enthusiastic community organisation and offer a 24-month contract to the right candidate, with a review and possible extension, along with a competitive salary package dependent on qualifications and experience. We will contribute towards travel costs along with assistance with visa processing.

19/11/20

Sammy is an intelligent, sparky, and social 7-year-old cheeky chap.

He loves story time, going to the playground, and swimming; he also enjoys making tasty salads for dinner! Sammy was diagnosed with Dystonic Cerebral Palsy. He has epilepsy but his seizures are mild and self-resolving. Sammy vocalises his feelings and directions well and with a lot of patience; during our video chat he was asked who would like some cake and very clearly Sammy said ‘mama’. He can eat pureed food by spoon, with guidance, small amounts at a time. Sammy is incredibly determined, focused and strives for his independence. He attends a great Conductive Education School close to Billingshurst , just over half an hour drive from his home.

28/10/20

For your info at this stage, here is the link to the job, which has a link to download the full job pack https://cpotential.org.uk/conductors-wanted/

23/09/20

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. Paces delivers programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independent a life as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well.

We are seeking a Conductor to work within our Outreach provision, with the potential to support our expanding school and adult provision.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

18/08/20

Paces is seeking an ambitious and passionate Community and Events Officer to raise funds from a range of sources within the local community and to lead on planning events.

Paces is a specialist centre, School and Charity all rolled into one! We support children and adults living with neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, MS, Parkinson’s and Brain Injury. We believe that everyone has the right to achieve their true potential; we believe in ability, not disability! As well as offering a special needs education for children aged 3-18 years, we also provide a method of support called Conductive Education, which teaches our children and adults to achieve the greatest level of independence. We teach life-changing skills such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, communication and self-care.

We also deliver an Adult Sessional Programme, where we support those living with the effects of a Stroke, MS, Parkinson’s and Brain Injury. In these sessions, we re-teach the skills which have been lost due to their illness.

The core focus of the post is to be responsible for devising, developing and implementing a successful programme of fundraising to an agreed annual target, including: supporting community groups, helping people to achieve their fundraising ambitions, helping to raise awareness of Paces, helping people to plan their own fundraising events, delivering on Paces current events and planning a calendar of new events. You will be required to develop, manage and promote fundraising events whilst working to achieve monthly fundraising income. The post holder will be required to work across all aspects of events and challenge fundraising, working with individual fundraisers as well as organising large mass participation events. You will be an intrinsic part of the Paces Fundraising Team who will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships Manager. You will also be responsible for developing and managing a bank of volunteers who can support Paces at fundraising and PR events. This is a wonderful and unique opportunity to join the Charity at a hugely exciting time in its development.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

29/06/20

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. We deliver programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independent a life as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well. You would be joining a dedicated, hard-working and supportive team who are excited about our growing the Paces family.

We are seeking a Conductor to take a lead role within our Outreach provision, with the potential to support our expanding school and adult services.

Position available from September 2020 although there could be flexibility with start date for the right candidate.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

30/04/20

A specialist SEN nanny/support workers with a background in Conductive Education role to support a Cheeky 5 year old boy with complex, health and medical needs in Sunbury-on-Thames. Permanent contract. There will be times where the role will be isolated to just you and Rafael and other times it will be shared with Rafael’s mother.

SEN nanny

Looking for someone who is bubbly, fun and caring.  Someone who has lots of energy, loves music and going for walks. Experience in looking after children with complex health and medical needs. Experience is essential in Conductive therapy, or a similar therapy for children with neurological disorders. Rafael is currently being home-schooled.

About the child

Rafael, born on 14 July 2014, is 5 years old and has been diagnosed with Tetrasomy 5p Moisaicism and chronic lung disease; he was a pre-term baby suffering from gastro-oesophageal reflux and has a nasal gastric tube for feeding. Rafael also has atrial septal defect, congenital talipes equinovarus and congenital hypotonia. Rafael also suffers from seizures and scoliosis.

In July 2015 Rafael suffered from lobar pneumonia. In December 2015 Rafael was diagnosed with hydrocephalus so in February 2016, Rafael had a ventriculoperitoneal shunt inserted. As a result of his diagnosis and health difficulties, Rafael is oxygen dependant and has ongoing feeding problems. Further, Rafael has severe global developmental delay and is not walking, crawling, able to sit or able to go to the toilet; Rafael requires a lot of help with his mobility and to keep him active every three hours and comfortable.

Rafael is fully NG fed, all his medication and feeds are administered via NG tube.

Further, Rafael needs help with his secretions and airway management. He therefore remains under regular review by St Peter’s Hospital and St George’s Hospital. He has a history of chest infections and is susceptible to frequent illnesses, predominantly during the winter months.

Rafael is a very happy, smiley little boy who enjoys love and affection. Rafael is non-verbal but can make vocalisation sounds to express when he is happy, sad or uncomfortable. He enjoys going for walks, going swimming and listening to music.

Overview of role

The main role is to support his daily therapy and play programme and to assist his mother with his physiotherapy exercises.  Rafael has complex medical needs, but he is a very happy, active boy who brings us a lot of joy.

Requirements

To be considered in this role, you must be confident in:

• Conductive Therapy or Physiotherapy for children with neurological disorders
• SEN experience
• Manual handling techniques
• Carrying out medical and health care plans
• Experience working as a HCA or support worker
• Experience in Nasogastric tube feeding, epilepsy management, respiratory, oxygen, administration of medication
• Confident swimmer
• Must have a driving license
• Be a non smoker / vaper

Main duties:

Providing and monitoring, the following:

• Conductive Therapy, Active Movements in and out of equipment
• NG feeding
• physiotherapy (chest and mobility physiotherapy to encourage muscle strengthening and development)
• personal hygiene care needs
• hydrotherapy / confident swimmer
• medical and care administration
• medication administration
• seizure management
• nebulisation, chest physiotherapy and suctioning (as and when required)

Requirements:

You will be given excellent training on all health care plans. The position would suit a strong female with a background in Conductive Education. The support worker will be required to keep full and detailed records of their intervention and to follow guidance in the support plan and risk assessments.

12/03/20

I am a young woman of 33 years old and have Athetoid Cerebral Palsy and live in Essex. I have been an active participant of Conductive Education all my life and attend N.I.C.E Birmingham for regular adult sessions.

I am in need of personal care and general living assistance for two days as my mother will be receiving hospital treatment as an out patient.

The dates are: Wednesday 25^th and Thursday 26^th March 2020.

09/03/20

Candidate must meet the following requirements:

– Has never been to the US on a J1 visa

– Able to commit to the full 5 weeks

– Able to lead summer camps independently

– Have experience in leading and directing class assistants and training new assistants

– Enjoy thinking outside of the box!

– Have a wide-range of experience with children 2-18

– Able to provide 3 professional references

– Highly proficient in spoken and written English

Camps will be held in Loveland, Aurora, and Denver Colorado. To learn more about our program visit our website: www.conductiveed.com. Competitive salary, accommodation and travel expenses covered.

22/01/20

Description of Paces Sheffield

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and Charity for children and adults with neurological conditions (mainly cerebral palsy). Paces delivers Conductive Education: a holistic package of support that aims to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces meets the physical and cognitive needs of individuals which are often not met holistically elsewhere.

Paces Sheffield was established in 1995; the organisation was born out of the experiences of parenting children with physical disabilities and their related learning difficulties.

Trustees, Governors, staff and parents have overseen the growth of Paces as a Charity, with the school gaining Non-Maintained Special School status in 2009 and rated GOOD by Ofsted in 2019. Paces School currently has 34 children from ages 3-16; the school provides a personalised curriculum based on the National Curriculum through the medium of conductive education for pupils aged 4 to 16. Paces has a Family service team and an outreach team that supports 20 families each year.

Paces also has an Adult Services Team; our Adult Day Service has six members, in addition Paces operates a sessional Conductive Education Programme for individuals with Parkinson’s and for individuals who have survived a stroke.

Job Purpose

The key purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Paces Charity, Adult Services and School. An essential part of the role is to provide clerking services for the Trustees and Governors meetings, which will be during the evening. There will be a Trustee Away Day which takes place at least once annually on a Saturday or Sunday, which you will also be required to attend and Minute.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Main Duties: include, but are not limited to:

• Work with the Company Secretary to provide administrative and organisational support to facilitate all Trustee and Governor Board Meetings, including away-days.

This will include:

• • arrangement of all Board and Sub-Committee meetings.
  • preparing of Agenda’s with the CEO and Chair of each Committee.
  • preparation of packs for each meeting.
  • keeping a record of members attendance at each meeting and ensuring all absent members are informed of the date of the next meeting.
  • ensuring the last meetings Minutes are signed and agreed by the Chair of the Committee.

• Must be able to commit to attending and Minuting all Trustee and Governor Board meetings, along with away-days.
  • Trustees Meetings normally begin at 6pm and on average there are approximately 5 per calendar year.
  • Governors Meetings normally begin at 4.30pm and there are approximately 5 per calendar year.
  • There are approximately 2 Away-Days per calendar year, and these normally take place on a weekend.

• Present, record, file and store data (including all minutes of meetings and Trustee/Governor related data) in accordance with memorandum and articles and any compliance bodies.
• Maintain up to date records of the names, addresses and category of Board Members and their term of office, and inform Board Members and any relevant authorities of any changes to its membership.
• Maintain a record of signed Minutes of meetings in the organisation and ensure copies are sent to relevant bodies on request and are published as agreed at meetings.
• Maintain and manage records of Board Members correspondence.
• Support both the Chair of Trustees and Chair of Governors with any additional administration required.
• Arrange accommodation and travel for Trustees and Governors as needed.
• Conduct skills audit and advise on training requirements for Trustees and Governors.
• Governance Clerking and training will be offered as part of CPD. Undertake appropriate and regular training and development to maintain knowledge and improve practice.
• Perform such other tasks as may be determined by the Trustee and Governing body as required.

Further Duties

All administration duties required, including, but not limited to:

• Administration duties for the Charity and Adult Services departments, which include Finance, Family Services and Fundraising. When needed, you will be required to cover for the School office.
• Check emails on a daily basis and follow up as necessary
• Scheduling of meetings and taking Minutes as required.
• Preparing documents for meetings.
• Ensure that all meeting documents are stored correctly.
• Develop and maintain systems, procedures and records to maximise the organisations effectiveness.
• Typing, editing, and proofreading of documents.
• Frank and take the daily post to the post office.
• Check Facebook and Twitter messages and respond as needed.
• Ordering of stationery, dealing with external suppliers when necessary and chasing up orders.
• Escort visitors in and out for meetings.
• Organise refreshments as required.
• Manning the phones and dealing with each enquiry as necessary.
• Sourcing of stock as necessary.
• Creating and managing inventory of assets.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key staff and external organisations where appropriate.
• Maintain friendly and confident communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Essential

• At least 3 years admin experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• A positive attitude to problem solving across a wide range of issues
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Able to work well and maintain a professional manner under pressure
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Maintain a positive and friendly attitude at all times
• The ability to take instruction and follow direction
• Able to work to timescales and specific deadlines
• Must be proactive and able to prioritise and multi-task
• Business Administration Level 2 qualification
• A full UK driving license
• Must have Business Class 1 on car insurance policy in order to drive for work

Desirable

• Business Administration Level 3
• Microsoft Office qualification

Terms and conditions

Probation: The probation period for this role is three months.

Holidays: 25 days a year holiday in addition to relevant public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)

25/03/21

We are a family of 5 and a dog, living in London Clapham between Clapham South and Clapham Junction. Our middle daughter has Cerebral Palsy (diagnosed quadriplegic, but more evident on the left hand side), she is  14 years old and she is quite independent, she needs though a lot or refinement in some basic skills, like walking, putting tights and socks on, etc. She is also deaf and she wears a cochlear and a very powerful hearing aid and with those she can hears relatively well.

She is quite good with her body, she can ski, rock-climbs, cycles (2 wheels), but lately she has grown quite a lot and her muscles struggle to keep up.

We would like to have 2 hours combined of conductive education/week at our house or in our immediate neighbourhood, we don’t want Iolanda to travel.

We will want them to start as soon as convenient.

15/02/21

Part time 3 days per week, term time only

‘Pace’, an innovative and ground breaking children’s charity and independent school, are seeking a suitably qualified Conductor to join our team at Pace.

A Conductor within Pace School Services is required to work as a specialist member of a transdisciplinary team in providing integrated educational programmes for pre-school and school aged children with motor impairments and associated difficulties.  This will require a commitment to the principles and practice of the Pace integrated curriculum approach and the ability to plan and deliver in collaboration with professional colleagues, all-day, integrated programmes that address all aspects of each child’s development i.e. motor, language and communication, cognitive, academic and social skills.

If you are a lively Conductor who would like the opportunity to work as part of the Pace team, a downloadable application pack is available at www.thepacecentre.org/vacancies Applications to: vacancies@thepacecentre.org

We offer a competitive salary and extensive in-service training and development to support you in this exciting and innovative role.

Pace is committed to the wellbeing, safety and protection of all our pupils and an enhanced DBS will be required.

Pace is committed to Equal Opportunities.

25/01/21

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Conductor-Teacher (applications from Conductors or Teachers would be considered).

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. Paces delivers programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independently as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well.

We are seeking a Conductor/Teacher to work within our Secondary provision and play an instrumental role with the Senior Leadership Team in developing the curriculum offer.

A Microsoft Word version of this information and additional essential/desirable criteria is available to view here

22/01/21

About Stick ‘n’ Step

Stick ‘n’ Step provide free conductive education sessions to children with cerebral palsy. Our support improves mobility, independence and boosts self-confidence, enabling each child to reach their personal potential.

We deliver our service from our two specialised centres, in Wallasey and Runcorn; we currently support over 100 families from the North West of England.

About the role

Based in Stick ‘n’ Step’s Runcorn centre, the post holder will plan, lead and deliver conductive education programmes, which meet the individual needs of participating children and young people.

Key responsibilities

Planning

• Contribute to the assessment and admission process of children and young people for group or individual placements.
• Set conductive goals for children and young people, ensuring that they reach their personal potential.
• Develop complex programmes, including task series, which are differentiated to meet the individual needs of children and young people.
• Prepare sessions and set up the classroom in line with group and individual aims, the complex programme and agreed schemes of work.

Delivery

• Lead and facilitate group or individual sessions according to complex programmes and individual aims.
• Participate in and share responsibility for creating and maintaining an appropriate, safe and attractive learning environment for children.
• Manage the behaviour of children in line with principles of best practice.
• Maintain appropriate records of the children and young people’s development and progress and write reports as requested by parents, as well as other internal or external stakeholders.

Training, development and supporting the Stick ‘n’ Step team

• Supervise and help to manage the workload of classroom assistants.
• Attend and contribute to in-service training programmes, on-the-job training and external courses in line with individual and group professional development plans.
• Share expertise and specific knowledge gained with other members of the team, including the coaching of classroom assistants and case discussions with team members.
• Prepare for, attend and contribute to staff meetings and other events, which aim to improve relations with external stakeholders.
• Prepare for, attend and contribute to meetings with parents, ensuring that they have input into the goals and programmes of their children and are fully informed of their progress.
• Make periodic home visits as requested to assist families in implementing aspects of Conductive Education in their home and community life.
• Represent the organisation to visitors, funders, families and all other stakeholders in the highest possible standards.
• Review, with appropriate persons, own training and development needs, agreeing and taking appropriate action.
• Adhere to all agreed policies, planning programmes and development plans.

Undertake any other reasonable activity in line with the responsibilities of the post as requested by a senior member of staff or Trustee.

An enhanced DBS check will be made for this post.

26/11/20

We are seeking a suitably qualified Conductor to join our team in one of the best regions in picturesque New Plymouth, New Zealand. https://livemagazine.co.nz/issues/spring-2020/ 

Our service currently focuses on Pre-School & School aged children in group and individual sessions in our independent classroom setting. You will be required to develop, lead, implement & document intervention programs for learners, working alongside our Conductor, support staff and volunteers. We currently have 20 enrollees, with scope to expand.

Our children present a diverse range of abilities, the successful applicant must possess knowledge and skillset relevant to assisting those with broad intellectual and physical challenges.

Applicants must have excellent English language skills, be keen to join in & enjoy New Zealand culture. Completion of an IELTS exam and/ or additional qualification is an advantage.

We expect the successful applicant to be willing to become a registered New Zealand teacher.

We are an enthusiastic community organisation and offer a 24-month contract to the right candidate, with a review and possible extension, along with a competitive salary package dependent on qualifications and experience. We will contribute towards travel costs along with assistance with visa processing.

19/11/20

Sammy is an intelligent, sparky, and social 7-year-old cheeky chap.

He loves story time, going to the playground, and swimming; he also enjoys making tasty salads for dinner! Sammy was diagnosed with Dystonic Cerebral Palsy. He has epilepsy but his seizures are mild and self-resolving. Sammy vocalises his feelings and directions well and with a lot of patience; during our video chat he was asked who would like some cake and very clearly Sammy said ‘mama’. He can eat pureed food by spoon, with guidance, small amounts at a time. Sammy is incredibly determined, focused and strives for his independence. He attends a great Conductive Education School close to Billingshurst , just over half an hour drive from his home.

28/10/20

For your info at this stage, here is the link to the job, which has a link to download the full job pack https://cpotential.org.uk/conductors-wanted/

23/09/20

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. Paces delivers programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independent a life as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well.

We are seeking a Conductor to work within our Outreach provision, with the potential to support our expanding school and adult provision.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

18/08/20

Paces is seeking an ambitious and passionate Community and Events Officer to raise funds from a range of sources within the local community and to lead on planning events.

Paces is a specialist centre, School and Charity all rolled into one! We support children and adults living with neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, MS, Parkinson’s and Brain Injury. We believe that everyone has the right to achieve their true potential; we believe in ability, not disability! As well as offering a special needs education for children aged 3-18 years, we also provide a method of support called Conductive Education, which teaches our children and adults to achieve the greatest level of independence. We teach life-changing skills such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, communication and self-care.

We also deliver an Adult Sessional Programme, where we support those living with the effects of a Stroke, MS, Parkinson’s and Brain Injury. In these sessions, we re-teach the skills which have been lost due to their illness.

The core focus of the post is to be responsible for devising, developing and implementing a successful programme of fundraising to an agreed annual target, including: supporting community groups, helping people to achieve their fundraising ambitions, helping to raise awareness of Paces, helping people to plan their own fundraising events, delivering on Paces current events and planning a calendar of new events. You will be required to develop, manage and promote fundraising events whilst working to achieve monthly fundraising income. The post holder will be required to work across all aspects of events and challenge fundraising, working with individual fundraisers as well as organising large mass participation events. You will be an intrinsic part of the Paces Fundraising Team who will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Corporate Partnerships Manager. You will also be responsible for developing and managing a bank of volunteers who can support Paces at fundraising and PR events. This is a wonderful and unique opportunity to join the Charity at a hugely exciting time in its development.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

29/06/20

Paces School for Conductive Education is seeking to appoint a committed and inspirational individual to take on the role of Outreach Conductor.

Paces is a specialist centre and charity for children and adults with neurological conditions. We deliver programmes of support that aim to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces School uses Conductive Education and provides a holistic educational approach which covers all of the main developmental domains. School programmes are embedded through the Conductive Education framework to improve the lives of children and enable them to use the skills learned to live as independent a life as possible.

Paces School is growing at a rapid rate and so the appointed person will need to be able to adapt to a changing environment and handle pressure well. You would be joining a dedicated, hard-working and supportive team who are excited about our growing the Paces family.

We are seeking a Conductor to take a lead role within our Outreach provision, with the potential to support our expanding school and adult services.

Position available from September 2020 although there could be flexibility with start date for the right candidate.

Paces School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

30/04/20

A specialist SEN nanny/support workers with a background in Conductive Education role to support a Cheeky 5 year old boy with complex, health and medical needs in Sunbury-on-Thames. Permanent contract. There will be times where the role will be isolated to just you and Rafael and other times it will be shared with Rafael’s mother.

SEN nanny

Looking for someone who is bubbly, fun and caring.  Someone who has lots of energy, loves music and going for walks. Experience in looking after children with complex health and medical needs. Experience is essential in Conductive therapy, or a similar therapy for children with neurological disorders. Rafael is currently being home-schooled.

About the child

Rafael, born on 14 July 2014, is 5 years old and has been diagnosed with Tetrasomy 5p Moisaicism and chronic lung disease; he was a pre-term baby suffering from gastro-oesophageal reflux and has a nasal gastric tube for feeding. Rafael also has atrial septal defect, congenital talipes equinovarus and congenital hypotonia. Rafael also suffers from seizures and scoliosis.

In July 2015 Rafael suffered from lobar pneumonia. In December 2015 Rafael was diagnosed with hydrocephalus so in February 2016, Rafael had a ventriculoperitoneal shunt inserted. As a result of his diagnosis and health difficulties, Rafael is oxygen dependant and has ongoing feeding problems. Further, Rafael has severe global developmental delay and is not walking, crawling, able to sit or able to go to the toilet; Rafael requires a lot of help with his mobility and to keep him active every three hours and comfortable.

Rafael is fully NG fed, all his medication and feeds are administered via NG tube.

Further, Rafael needs help with his secretions and airway management. He therefore remains under regular review by St Peter’s Hospital and St George’s Hospital. He has a history of chest infections and is susceptible to frequent illnesses, predominantly during the winter months.

Rafael is a very happy, smiley little boy who enjoys love and affection. Rafael is non-verbal but can make vocalisation sounds to express when he is happy, sad or uncomfortable. He enjoys going for walks, going swimming and listening to music.

Overview of role

The main role is to support his daily therapy and play programme and to assist his mother with his physiotherapy exercises.  Rafael has complex medical needs, but he is a very happy, active boy who brings us a lot of joy.

Requirements

To be considered in this role, you must be confident in:

• Conductive Therapy or Physiotherapy for children with neurological disorders
• SEN experience
• Manual handling techniques
• Carrying out medical and health care plans
• Experience working as a HCA or support worker
• Experience in Nasogastric tube feeding, epilepsy management, respiratory, oxygen, administration of medication
• Confident swimmer
• Must have a driving license
• Be a non smoker / vaper

Main duties:

Providing and monitoring, the following:

• Conductive Therapy, Active Movements in and out of equipment
• NG feeding
• physiotherapy (chest and mobility physiotherapy to encourage muscle strengthening and development)
• personal hygiene care needs
• hydrotherapy / confident swimmer
• medical and care administration
• medication administration
• seizure management
• nebulisation, chest physiotherapy and suctioning (as and when required)

Requirements:

You will be given excellent training on all health care plans. The position would suit a strong female with a background in Conductive Education. The support worker will be required to keep full and detailed records of their intervention and to follow guidance in the support plan and risk assessments.

12/03/20

I am a young woman of 33 years old and have Athetoid Cerebral Palsy and live in Essex. I have been an active participant of Conductive Education all my life and attend N.I.C.E Birmingham for regular adult sessions.

I am in need of personal care and general living assistance for two days as my mother will be receiving hospital treatment as an out patient.

The dates are: Wednesday 25^th and Thursday 26^th March 2020.

09/03/20

Candidate must meet the following requirements:

– Has never been to the US on a J1 visa

– Able to commit to the full 5 weeks

– Able to lead summer camps independently

– Have experience in leading and directing class assistants and training new assistants

– Enjoy thinking outside of the box!

– Have a wide-range of experience with children 2-18

– Able to provide 3 professional references

– Highly proficient in spoken and written English

Camps will be held in Loveland, Aurora, and Denver Colorado. To learn more about our program visit our website: www.conductiveed.com. Competitive salary, accommodation and travel expenses covered.

07/02/20

Application deadline is the 17^th February, first interviews to take place week commencing 24^th February 2020.

We are looking for a highly enthusiastic, motivated, qualified Conductor to join our team at The Rainbow Centre for Conductive Education.

The successful applicant will be working within the children’s service predominantly, but support for adult service might be required.

To be considered for this role you will be confident in:

• Planning Conductive Education programmes, such as developing task series, which are differentiated to meet the individual needs
• Delivering Conductive Education programmes.
• Implementing the individual and group programmes for the service users in all aspects of development in designated area.
• Completing assessments and reviews.
• Setting conductive goals for children ensuring that they reach their full potential.
• Creating and maintaining an appropriate learning environment for all service users in the designated area.
• Overseeing topic selection, as well as the integration of the Early Years Foundation Stage
• Organising relevant events for the Conductive Education service.
• Sharing expertise, case discussions with the team.
• Effective communication with families, including meetings at the centre through the key worker system
• Preparing the sessions and the setting up the room in line with group and individual aims, the complex programme and agreed schemes of work.

We offer:

• Excellent development opportunities supported by professional staff.
• Opportunity to join a young team of conductors with differing levels of expertise and experience
• A purpose built facility for delivering Conductive Education.
• Wide range of resources, educational tools and equipment to help with service delivery
• Potential to take part and actively form the development and growth of the services offered by The Rainbow Centre.

If you feel that your experience, skillset and attitude are right for this role, then please apply.

For application form and job description please contact the Centre at enquiries@rainbowcentre.org

The Rainbow Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of service users/children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are dedicated to ensuring that consistent, effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support all families, service users/children and staff at The Rainbow Centre. All concerns are passed through the necessary members of staff, on a ‘need to know’ basis, in compliance with the “sharing of information” guidance. 

DBS check to be carried out by the centre for the successful candidate.

For Safeguarding Policy and Child Protection Policy and Procedure please visit our website by following this link https://www.rainbowcentre.org/all-policies/

Visit our website: www.rainbowcentre.org

22/01/20

Description of Paces Sheffield

Paces Sheffield is a specialist centre and Charity for children and adults with neurological conditions (mainly cerebral palsy). Paces delivers Conductive Education: a holistic package of support that aims to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces meets the physical and cognitive needs of individuals which are often not met holistically elsewhere.

Paces Sheffield was established in 1995; the organisation was born out of the experiences of parenting children with physical disabilities and their related learning difficulties.

Trustees, Governors, staff and parents have overseen the growth of Paces as a Charity, with the school gaining Non-Maintained Special School status in 2009 and rated GOOD by Ofsted in 2019. Paces School currently has 34 children from ages 3-16; the school provides a personalised curriculum based on the National Curriculum through the medium of conductive education for pupils aged 4 to 16. Paces has a Family service team and an outreach team that supports 20 families each year.

Paces also has an Adult Services Team; our Adult Day Service has six members, in addition Paces operates a sessional Conductive Education Programme for individuals with Parkinson’s and for individuals who have survived a stroke.

Job Purpose

The key purpose of this position is to provide administrative support to the Paces Charity, Adult Services and School. An essential part of the role is to provide clerking services for the Trustees and Governors meetings, which will be during the evening. There will be a Trustee Away Day which takes place at least once annually on a Saturday or Sunday, which you will also be required to attend and Minute.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Main Duties: include, but are not limited to:

• Work with the Company Secretary to provide administrative and organisational support to facilitate all Trustee and Governor Board Meetings, including away-days.

This will include:

• • arrangement of all Board and Sub-Committee meetings.
  • preparing of Agenda’s with the CEO and Chair of each Committee.
  • preparation of packs for each meeting.
  • keeping a record of members attendance at each meeting and ensuring all absent members are informed of the date of the next meeting.
  • ensuring the last meetings Minutes are signed and agreed by the Chair of the Committee.

• Must be able to commit to attending and Minuting all Trustee and Governor Board meetings, along with away-days.
  • Trustees Meetings normally begin at 6pm and on average there are approximately 5 per calendar year.
  • Governors Meetings normally begin at 4.30pm and there are approximately 5 per calendar year.
  • There are approximately 2 Away-Days per calendar year, and these normally take place on a weekend.

• Present, record, file and store data (including all minutes of meetings and Trustee/Governor related data) in accordance with memorandum and articles and any compliance bodies.
• Maintain up to date records of the names, addresses and category of Board Members and their term of office, and inform Board Members and any relevant authorities of any changes to its membership.
• Maintain a record of signed Minutes of meetings in the organisation and ensure copies are sent to relevant bodies on request and are published as agreed at meetings.
• Maintain and manage records of Board Members correspondence.
• Support both the Chair of Trustees and Chair of Governors with any additional administration required.
• Arrange accommodation and travel for Trustees and Governors as needed.
• Conduct skills audit and advise on training requirements for Trustees and Governors.
• Governance Clerking and training will be offered as part of CPD. Undertake appropriate and regular training and development to maintain knowledge and improve practice.
• Perform such other tasks as may be determined by the Trustee and Governing body as required.

Further Duties

All administration duties required, including, but not limited to:

• Administration duties for the Charity and Adult Services departments, which include Finance, Family Services and Fundraising. When needed, you will be required to cover for the School office.
• Check emails on a daily basis and follow up as necessary
• Scheduling of meetings and taking Minutes as required.
• Preparing documents for meetings.
• Ensure that all meeting documents are stored correctly.
• Develop and maintain systems, procedures and records to maximise the organisations effectiveness.
• Typing, editing, and proofreading of documents.
• Frank and take the daily post to the post office.
• Check Facebook and Twitter messages and respond as needed.
• Ordering of stationery, dealing with external suppliers when necessary and chasing up orders.
• Escort visitors in and out for meetings.
• Organise refreshments as required.
• Manning the phones and dealing with each enquiry as necessary.
• Sourcing of stock as necessary.
• Creating and managing inventory of assets.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with key staff and external organisations where appropriate.
• Maintain friendly and confident communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Essential

• At least 3 years admin experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• A positive attitude to problem solving across a wide range of issues
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office – Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Able to work well and maintain a professional manner under pressure
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Maintain a positive and friendly attitude at all times
• The ability to take instruction and follow direction
• Able to work to timescales and specific deadlines
• Must be proactive and able to prioritise and multi-task
• Business Administration Level 2 qualification
• A full UK driving license
• Must have Business Class 1 on car insurance policy in order to drive for work

Desirable

• Business Administration Level 3
• Microsoft Office qualification

Terms and conditions

Probation: The probation period for this role is three months.

Holidays: 25 days a year holiday in addition to relevant public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff)