Doucecroft School

Health & Safety

Below you will find links to the various components of our Health & Safety policies and procedures at Doucecroft School.

Policy Statement

Risk Management

Lone & Remote Working

Manual Handling

Slips, Trips & Falls

Display Screen Equipment

Hazardous Substances

Fire Safety

Gas Safety

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Children In Need 2020
D213 Residential Support Worker at Doucecroft School

We are looking for someone special to fill a full time position within our residential setting at our specialist school. If you are able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, and have experience of this type of work, this could be your ideal job!
Coronavirus

Like many other Charities and Service Providers Autism Anglia is affected by the challenges presented by the Coronavirus. As a provider of 24 hour care and support and a school as well as family and community based support we are working around the clock to ensure that we can continue to provide services that keep vulnerable people safe and well More on our response ...
D212 Learning Support Assistant Bank Staff

Doucecroft School in Colchester are looking to recruit a number of bank staff to be available at short notice to work as Learning Support Assistants, in the event of LSA staff absence. Hours are likely to be part time and dependant on the position that is needing to be filled at that time.

Current Vacancies

Autism Anglia provides all staff with ongoing training and supervision, continuing professional development and support as well as an extensive induction on commencement of employment... Click here for current vacancies...
What is an Autism Alert Card?

Autism Anglia offers a credit card sized Autism Alert Card as a way of boosting confidence and giving peace of mind if encountering emergency situations... PLEASE NOTE that due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, there may be a delay in processing Autism Alert Card applications. Apply for an alert card...
Silly Sock Day 2020

Now taking place on Friday 23rd October 2020 - rock your silliest socks to raise money for Autism Anglia!
Signs of Autism

Although every individual on the autism spectrum has different needs and displays different symptoms, there are signs that you can look out for if you think that you or someone you know might have autism... Find out more about autism...
Getting a Diagnosis

The pathways to getting an assessment for autism vary greatly between areas so this page will provide you with guidance on how the process may look when you start. Find out more about getting a diagnosis...
Norfolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Norfolk area. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are aware of a support group not listed below with details. Autism Anglia is not responsible for the content on any of these sites.
Current Staff Vacancies

Details of all current staff vacancies
Doucecroft School

Doucecroft School in Colchester is an autism-specific day and residential school for children aged 3-19 years. Learn more...
Suffolk

We are aware of the following support groups running in the Suffolk area. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are aware of a support group not listed below with details. Autism Anglia is not responsible for the content on any of these sites.
Adult Services Overview

Adult Services offer specialist support to adults aged 18 onwards within our Residential Services, Supported Living, Outreach Programme and Opportunity Centres in Essex and Norfolk... Learn more...

Autism Passport

Our new Autism Passport has been produced for autistic individuals and can be used in a variety of situations, e.g. court settings, police stations, Job Centres... Get Your Copy... Read more

Donate Now

Your donation to Autism Anglia will help us to continue improving the lives of people with autism in this region Read more

Sleep-in Room Upgrades

We want to upgrade the sleep-in rooms in our adult Residential and Supported Living Houses to provide a better experience for the staff on duty in the houses. Read more

Donate Fundraise

E288 - Support Workers - Full & Part Time, Colchester & Peldon Area

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established charity. Autism Anglia provides ongoing training and supervision, qualifications and continuing professional development in addition to an extensive induction on commencement of employment. This role is varied, and every day is different, so being adaptable is an important quality. Why not test your skills and personality with this rewarding role? Read more

HO3 - Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Autism Anglia are seeking to appoint a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide a broad range of PBS services to adults with autism, many of whom also have learning disabilities and /or mental health conditions. Read more

HO5 - HR Apprentice

We are seeking a motivated, focussed, collaborative individual to work as part of the HR business partnering team to provide a comprehensive, efficient and customer responsive HR service. This incorporates a range of HR administrative duties supporting services across our Essex and Norfolk sites. Read more

D207 Learning Support Assistant Apprenticeship

Doucecroft School are pleased to be able to offer two apprenticeship placements for an LSA role within the school at Eight Ash Green, Colchester. This is a exciting and rewarding placement, in a school that is highly dedicated to encouraging it's young people to develop and excel. Read more

HO4 IT Apprentice

We are pleased to be able to offer an Apprenticeship in the IT field, working out of Doucecroft School. This is a fantastic opportunity for a young person to learn and gain experience, with excellent training, support and guidance. Read more

D212 Learning Support Assistant Bank Staff

Doucecroft School in Colchester are looking to recruit a number of bank staff to be available at short notice to work as Learning Support Assistants, in the event of LSA staff absence. Hours are likely to be part time and dependant on the position that is needing to be filled at that time. Read more

N242 Adult Services Norfolk Cook

One of our residences in Dereham, Norfolk are in need of a fabulous cook! If you have a passion for food and have a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, would like to work creatively in an environment which promotes independence, combined with part time hours, you’ve found your perfect role! Read more

D213 Residential Support Worker at Doucecroft School

We are looking for someone special to fill a full time position within our residential setting at our specialist school. If you are able to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, and have experience of this type of work, this could be your ideal job! Read more