SEN Academic Aide

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Academic Aide to work in a small, specialist school in Crowthorne. This role is perfect for graduates in Criminology and Psychology, offering essential experience in supporting vulnerable children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. You will work closely with teachers, providing a safe and empowering environment for students to thrive academically and socially. With excellent on-site training and support, this position is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children facing significant challenges. If you are passionate about education and helping others, this role is for you.

Benefits

On-site training

Support and CPD

Term time only schedule

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting vulnerable children with SEMH needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEMH challenges and build effective relationships.
• Identify risks and needs of children, escalating when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Communication

Resilience

Motivation

Caring Attitude

Education

Degree in Criminology

Degree in Psychology

Job description

SEN Academic Aide - Crowthorne

Are you passionate about demonstrating the value of education to vulnerable children who have been exposed to traumas and adverse childhood experiences?

We are seeking a dedicated SEN Academic Aide to work in this small, specialist school near Crowthorne. All students have social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and associated challenging behaviours. The school has a deep focus on addressing the educational, social and therapeutic needs of students, focusing on individual happiness and well-being where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

This SEN Academic Aide role will give you essential restorative experience within anti-social and challenging settings – the perfect opportunity if you are thinking of a career in prison, rehabilitation, probation, or youth justice services. Based on holistic and therapeutic practice, this SEN Academic Aide role is an amazing opportunity for Criminology and Psychology Graduates. The role will give you hands-on experience working with vulnerable children; and through building strong, robust relationships, you will increase the engagement, attainment and life chances of children, aiming to ensure they do not enter the criminal justice system.

Specification for Youth Behaviour Mentor

1. Passionate about helping children and young people achieve their full potential
2. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively
3. Able to build confidence and motivation
4. Approachable, and able to build robust and effective relationships with students
5. Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
6. High levels of empathy, caring, compassionate, and a good listener
7. Motivated and enthusiastic, with a professional approach to work

You will be working alongside teachers and specialist staff in Crowthorne to support students with SEMH challenges and traumas. Some children / young people will have suffered adverse childhood experiences, and you will identify their risks and needs, escalating where necessary. Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more ‘at risk’ of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Start date: ASAP
Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students
Salary: £85-£100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, term time only
No previous experience is required
You MUST be able to travel to Crowthorne / surrounding areas

Education and Training

Apply now or contact Georgina at Academics - 01483 362 823
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