Learning Support Assistant

Academics; Dartford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics in Gravesend are seeking a Psychology Graduate for a Learning Support Assistant role, supporting children with diverse needs in a Specialist School. You will assist with small groups or one-to-one sessions, applying psychological insights to classroom practice and helping pupils feel safe and engaged.

This is a long-term, ASAP-start position with a daily rate of £85–£95. It offers networking with Psychologists, Therapists and Speech & Language teams to boost your early career in

Qualifications

• Graduate with a psychology background.
• Understanding of SEN and inclusive education.
• Willingness to work with children in small groups or one-to-one settings.

Responsibilities

• Support learning as part of a Specialist School team.
• Attend to cognitive, behavioural and emotional needs of pupils.
• Identify triggers and assist in removing barriers to learning.

Skills

Psychology Graduate

SEN awareness

1-2-1 support

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Are you a recent Psychology Graduate? Are you thinking of a career as a Psychologist or Counsellor and don't know where to start? Are you interested in special education?

A Specialist School in Gravesend are looking for a Psychology Graduate to work as a Learning Support Assistant and join their team as soon as possible. You will be working with children with a range of additional needs, including autism, speech and language needs, sensory processing disorders, physical disabilities and communication difficulties.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will learn about the cognitive, behavioural and emotional needs of each student and how to attend to these. You will help identify triggers and barriers to learning, as well as implementing your knowledge of psychological theory and apply it in the classroom. This may be in small groups or on a 1-2-1 basis. Above all else, you will help ensure every pupil feels safe and supported in school, and help make the classroom a fun and exciting place!

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Psychology Graduate looking to gain experience working with vulnerable children. You will have networking opportunities with Psychologists, Therapists, Counsellors and Speech & Language Teams, granting you first-hand experience that will set you aside from other graduates! This is also a great opportunity if you have considered a future in teaching.

The school are looking for someone who is bubbly and friendly with a can-do attitude and a great understanding of SEN. Any previous experience working with children would be beneficial - this could be in a sports setting, babysitting or even personal experience.

Psychology Graduate

Learning Support Assistant

Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 3:30

£85 - £95 per day

Gravesend

ASAP Start

Long-term role

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy