Aspiring Child Psychologist

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Woking is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Special Needs (SEN), including ASD and SEMH, working 1:1 and in small groups.

You will engage with therapists and teachers to deliver learning activities, fostering social and academic development while building essential experience for aspiring child psychologists and related roles.

Qualifications

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
• Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher.
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to provide academic and pastoral support.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Special Needs (SEN) in 1:1 and small group settings.
• Assist therapists and teachers to deliver learning activities.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils during sessions.

Skills

1:1 support

Group support

Lesson planning

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral support

Reliability under pressure

Commute to Woking

Job description

Aspiring Child Psychologist - Woking, Surrey

Woking - Aspiring Child Psychologist - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? Are you an Aspiring Child Psychologist?

We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!

The School:

This school is located in Woking and caters for children aged 3-19 with SEN needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments or challenging behaviour.

The school has a Therapy Department which is staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Therapists are based around the school and have a clinic room for individual work. Much therapy follows a 'blended' model of therapeutic intervention which is delivered across the curriculum, and there is close liaison with teaching staff and parents.

As a Learning Support Assistant/Aspiring Child Psychologist, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an aspiring child psychologist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists

Professional Skills & Requirements

• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to provide academic and pastoral support
• Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential
• Able to commute to Woking

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

5 days a week (Mon-Fri), Woking & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience
Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.