Aspiring Youth Counsellor - Aspiring Youth Worker

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

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking an Aspiring Youth Counsellor for a specialized secondary school in Chertsey. This role involves supporting neurodiverse students with various learning and behavioral needs, utilizing effective communication techniques to aid their educational journey. Candidates with psychology qualifications or SEN training will be highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Recent psychology graduates preferred.
• Understanding of diverse learning needs is essential.
• Interest in pursuing careers in speech and language therapy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students with learning and behavioral needs.
• Implement tailored learning strategies to facilitate understanding of core subjects.
• Assist in effective communication techniques during lessons.

Skills

Understanding of neurodiversity

Effective communication

Compassion

Education

Qualification in Psychology

Specialized SEN training

Job description

Aspiring Youth Counsellor - Aspiring Youth Worker - Chertsey - Education and Training

Company: Academics - Aspiring Youth Counsellor - Chertsey

Job Type: Long-term agency contract: £89 to £105 per day

Sector: Education and Training

The School

This is a great opportunity for psychology graduates interested in working with neurodiverse children and young people. Located in Chertsey, Surrey, the school supports secondary-aged pupils with a range of learning and behavioural needs. All students have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) detailing their specific support requirements. The students' needs are generally mild compared to other special schools in the area.

The school offers a specialized environment tailored to meet the students' needs, including a therapeutic curriculum covering all core subjects. Many students aim to achieve GCSE and Functional Skills qualifications, making it essential to support their understanding of key subjects like maths and English to facilitate their access to further education or training.

Summary

Specialist secondary school catering to students with diverse learning needs, including autism, Down's syndrome, speech and language challenges, and social-emotional difficulties. The school also provides for deaf students.

Class sizes range from 6 to 8 students, with a focus on effective communication techniques.

Facilities include therapy rooms and designated areas for support from SALTs, occupational therapists, psychologists, and counsellors.

An integrated therapeutic approach and extensive 1-1 support are provided for every pupil.

Communication methods such as Makaton and PECS are used.

The curriculum emphasizes preparation for GCSEs and tailored learning to meet individual needs.

The school prefers LSAs who understand their objectives and are interested in pursuing careers as speech and language therapists.

Qualifications in psychology or specialized SEN training are highly desirable.

Position Details

Aspiring Youth Counsellor / Youth Worker - March 25 start - £85 to £100 per day

Apply directly through this advert or contact Judith Oakley at (phone number removed) for more information.