Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Term Time Teachers; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational staffing agency in Crowborough seeks a Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties. This role offers the chance to work closely with therapists, gaining invaluable practical experience while making a meaningful contribution to children's education. Training and support are provided. Salary ranges from £90 to £105 per day, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential.
• Able to build robust and effective relationships with students.
• Ability to remain calm and resilient under stress.

Responsibilities

• Support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and challenging behaviours.
• Plan learning activities to suit pupil ability.
• Work closely with therapists to expand knowledge and skills.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to provide academic and pastoral support

Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups

Able to encourage the development of social skills

Job description

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - East Sussex

East Sussex - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?

We are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!

The school:

This school is located in Crowborough and caters for children aged 3‑19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour.

As a Learning Support Assistant, 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 Educational Therapist. 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 (desired)

Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential.

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

Salary & Working Hours

5 days a week (Mon‑Fri) & £90‑£105 per day – dependent on skills and experience.

Excellent on-site training, support and CPD are provided to ensure safeguarding of students.

Requirements

You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply & no Visa sponsorship.

Candidates registering with Term Time Teachers will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Contact

If this role is not for you, please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested.

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face‑to‑face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).