Aspiring educational psychologist

Term Time Teachers; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational support organization in Tonbridge is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work with children with Severe Learning Difficulties. This role offers 90-100 per day based on skills and experience, along with on-site training and CPD. Ideal for those aspiring to develop in educational roles. You must have the right to work in the UK and undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

Excellent on-site training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Willing to work closely with students with Severe Learning Difficulties.
• Experience with children with additional needs is advantageous.
• Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with teacher support.
• Encourage development of social skills and support individual needs.
• Build confidence and motivation in students.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Able to provide academic and pastoral support

Experience working with young people with special needs

Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students

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?

At term time teachers, 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 Eastbourne and caters for children aged 3-19 with a wide range of additional needs. 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 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

5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & 90- 100 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 Term Time Teachers will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us on (phone number removed) for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!

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).