Aspiring Special Needs Teacher - Graduate - Entry Level

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aspiring Special Needs Teacher to support children with learning difficulties. This entry-level role is perfect for Psychology graduates who are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in children's lives. You'll work closely with vulnerable students and therapy teams, gaining invaluable experience while paving the way for a rewarding teaching career. With a supportive environment that offers training and professional development, this opportunity is ideal for those looking to grow in the field of education and special needs support.

Benefits

Training and Support

CPD Opportunities

No Previous Experience Required

Qualifications

• Passion for helping children achieve their potential.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Support children with additional needs in learning environments.
• Prepare resources and plan activities suited to student abilities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Calmness under Stress

Compassion

Motivational Skills

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

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Aspiring Special Needs Teacher - Graduate - Entry Level, Surrey

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Surrey, United Kingdom

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Education

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

This entry-level role is ideal for Psychology graduates passionate about demonstrating the value of education to children with additional needs. Supporting children aged 4-17 with mild to moderate learning difficulties, you will work closely with vulnerable children and specialist therapy teams to gain relevant experience before pursuing a teaching career.

Career progression routes include becoming a Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or pursuing Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

Personal qualities required include:

• Passion for helping children achieve their potential
• Ability to build confidence and motivation
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students
• Calmness and resilience in stressful situations
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

Professional skills and requirements include:

• Preparing resources for teaching and learning
• Planning activities suited to student abilities with support
• Providing personal and medical care, including feeding and manual handling
• Willingness to work 1:1 and in small groups
• Developing knowledge to deliver appropriate support
• Encouraging social skills and supporting individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Providing behaviour and pastoral support
• Attending staff meetings and completing CPD
• Ensuring safeguarding of students

Start date: ASAP / September 2024
Work schedule: 5 days a week (Mon-Fri)
Salary: £80-£117 per day
No previous experience required
Training, support, and CPD provided
Must have the right to work in the UK; no Visa sponsorship

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd: 01483 362 636

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