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Job Title: Multi-Sensory Intervenor (Qualified)
Location: Stretton Shires School, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm
Salary: £24,132.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers and reach their full potential?
At Stretton Shires School, we're looking for a compassionate, patient and dedicated Multi-Sensory Intervenor (Unqualified) to join our specialist team supporting pupils with Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI/Deafblindness) and complex communication needs.
This is a unique opportunity to develop specialist skills while working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and sensory impairment professionals. Full training and support will be provided, including the opportunity to work towards the NatSIP Multi-Sensory Intervenor Qualification.
As a Multi-Sensory Intervenor, you will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop communication, build independence and participate fully in school and community life.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with multi-sensory impairment and complex needs.
- Support pupils to access learning, communication, social interaction and everyday experiences.
- Use a range of communication approaches, including objects of reference, tactile symbols, signing, communication aids and assistive technology.
- Help pupils develop confidence, independence, emotional regulation and life skills.
- Adapt learning resources to make them accessible and meaningful for individual pupils.
- Support the use of specialist hearing, vision and communication equipment.
- Monitor progress, maintain accurate records and contribute to EHCP reviews and pupil planning.
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for every child.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about supporting children and young people with SEND and complex communication needs.
- Has experience working with children or young people in education, care, residential or community settings.
- Has excellent communication skills and an interest in developing specialist sensory impairment knowledge.
- Can build trusting, positive relationships and support pupils to achieve greater independence.
- Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Has strong observation, recording and organisational skills.
- Is patient, resilient, flexible and committed to making a positive difference every day.
- Is willing to work towards the NatSIP Multi-Sensory Intervenor Qualification and undertake specialist training.
- Full UK Driving Licence
Essential Requirements
- GCSE English and Maths Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
- Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, additional needs or communication difficulties.
- Commitment to completing the NatSIP Multi-Sensory Intervenor Qualification (or recognised equivalent).
- A positive, professional and person-centred approach.
Desirable
- Experience supporting children or young people with multi-sensory impairment (MSI/deafblindness).
- British Sign Language (BSL) qualification or willingness to learn.
- Knowledge of communication strategies, assistive technology or sensory support approaches.
- Experience working within education, residential care or specialist settings.
About Us
Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Stretton Shires School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people, and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11 – 18.
Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.
Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is quite simple; we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally and socially. We want them to develop an understanding of themselves and to experience what success feels like. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to go on to succeed.
For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
Why Join Us?
We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
- Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of UK and international discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
- Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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