At Green Sparks we offer activity based emotional support to children who are struggling to access an education in mainstream school. Our sessions last for 1-2 hours, during this time a practitioner works one to one with a child completing activities together that involved their shared attention and focus. The activities will be tailored to the specific interests and sensory needs of the child. Sessions start with a check in to understand where the child is emotionally on that particular day, and end with a check out to recognise and acknowledge the impact the session has had and anything the child might need moving forward.
Underneath the surface we are drawing on different areas of knowledge to help us make sense of what children are experiencing and communication, both verbally and non-verbally. We apply the principles of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy in our practice. We complete training with Sensory Integration Education which supports us to recognise, understand and respond to children’s sensory processing needs. We have training and professional experience in working with children who have experienced trauma and loss and who have difficulties in forming secure attachment relationships. We complete training with the National Autistic Society and have professional experience in working with children and adults who are neurodiverse. We use the PACE framework to help us manage behaviour during sessions.
Green Sparks is now seeking to recruit a new member of staff to manage the increasing demand for our services in the West Dorset area. Take a look at the job description below; could you be the person we are looking for? To apply send us a copy of your CV and tell us why you feel this is the right role for you at green.sparks.referrals@gmail.com. The deadline for expressions of interest is Monday 3rd February 2025 and interviews will take place on Thursday 13th February 2025