Aspiring Special Needs Teacher

Academics; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aspiring Special Needs Teacher in Guildford. This entry-level role is perfect for Psychology graduates looking to make a difference in the lives of children with additional needs. You'll gain invaluable experience working closely with vulnerable students and specialist therapy teams, paving the way for a rewarding teaching career. With excellent on-site training and support, this position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and make a lasting impact in the educational sector. If you're passionate about helping children achieve their potential, this role is for you!

Benefits

On-site education and training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children achieve their full potential.
• Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs and challenging behaviours.
• Prepare resources for teaching and learning activities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Resilience

Ability to Build Relationships

Compassion

Ability to Plan Learning Activities

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

Aspiring Special Needs Teacher - Guildford - Education and Training - SEN- £85-£100 per day

Are you passionate about demostrating the value of education to children with additional needs?

We are looking for an Aspiring Special Needs Teacher to support children with special educational needs and associated challenging behaviours at a lovely school in Guildford. This is an entry level role, no experience required, ideal for a Psychology Graduate!

This specialist school based near Guildford are looking for an Aspiring Special Needs Teacher to support children aged 4-17 with mild to moderate learning difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door and gain relevant experience through working closely with vulnerable children and specialist therapy teams to expand your knowledge and skillset before embarking on a teaching career.

Career progression routes include Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

This role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting.

It is vital that you are sincere about your objectives and know why you want to work in this sector, providing the best possible outcomes for students who have complex learning needs.

Personal Qualities for the Aspiring Special Needs Teacher:

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

Professional Skills & Requirements for the Aspiring Special Needs Teacher:

• Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities
• Ability to plan learning activities to suit student ability with support from a teacher
• Personal and medical care including feeding and manual handling where necessary
• Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD
• Ensure safeguarding of students

Start date ASAP
5 days a week (Mon-Fri)
£85-£105 per day
No previous experience is required
Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Must be able to travel to Guildford / surrounding areas

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd:
01483 362 636
[e-mail]

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

Guildford - Education and Training