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Secondary Classroom Assistant

Academics Ltd.

United Kingdom

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Full time

30+ days ago

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An established education recruitment agency is seeking a passionate Secondary Classroom Assistant in Bristol. This role is perfect for individuals aspiring to build a career in psychology, offering invaluable experience working with secondary school children with learning difficulties. You will assist teachers, provide one-on-one support, and ensure the safeguarding of students in a nurturing environment. With excellent on-site training and support, this position allows you to develop essential skills and network with professionals in the field. If you are compassionate, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Excellent on-site training

Support for DBS Check

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced DBS Check required, with support provided.
Experience working with children with special educational needs is essential.

Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience.
Provide behaviour and pastoral support to students.
Ensure safeguarding of students.

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Practical Approach

Graduate in Psychology or Criminology

GCSE in Maths and English

Secondary Classroom Assistant - Bristol

Do you have a passion for supporting secondary school children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

Details:
* Start ASAP
* Location: Bristol – BS14
* Excellent on-site training, support, and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
* Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 15:30pm, term time only
* Salary: £83- £95 per day, dependent on experience
* Essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting ideal for aspiring Psychologists

A Secondary Classroom Assistant role is an excellent way to get your ‘foot in the door’ to a psychology career, providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset.

Career Progression Routes:
Teacher, Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.

Job Role and Responsibilities:

Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
Behaviour and pastoral support
Work 1:1 and in small groups with students
Ensure safeguarding of students
Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate paperwork

A great Secondary Classroom Assistant will have:

Enhanced DBS Check (We can assist with this)
Graduate in a relevant field such as psychology or criminology OR a good education background (GCSE’s in Maths and English) plus prior experience working with children with special educational needs
Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Caring, compassionate, and a good listener

If you are interested in this Secondary Classroom Assistant role, please apply online or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson.

Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

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