Learning Support Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education provider seeks a Learning Support Assistant in Slough, working with vulnerable children facing challenges like trauma, autism, and mental health issues. This role offers hands-on experience for aspiring psychologists and social workers, starting ASAP in a full-time position. Ideal candidates are resilient, engaging, and possess relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is beneficial.
• Background in psychology, sports, art, or drama is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN children with trauma, anxiety, autism, and mental health.
• Engage students and ensure they receive proper education and interventions.
• Help students cope with their emotions and mental health.

Skills

Resilience

Confidence in supporting mental health

Engagement with students

Education

Graduates in a relevant field

Job description

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Are you looking for a role where you can work with at risk youth? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children?

* A great opportunity has become available for a learning support assistant, supporting SEN children in a school in Slough.
* This is an excellent position to gain some hands on experience working directly with vulnerable students in the classroom.
* These young students struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and various other developmental disorders.
* As a learning support assistant you will directly be involved in helping children manage and cope with their emotions and mental health whilst also being involved in their learning and development.
* Your role will involve engaging with them and ensuring that they are receiving a good blend of their education and interventions.
* The role as Learning Support Assistant would suit someone who is resilient and confident in supporting young people with challenging mental health needs.
* This is a great opportunity for aspiring psychologists, social workers or therapists.
* Experience working with children in a school setting before would be beneficial but enthusiasm and a positive attitude is most important. Graduates in a relevant field will also be considered.
* Those with a background in sports, art or drama will also be at an advantage.

Key Information

* Slough
* ASAP start
* Psychology Related Experience
* £85 - £95 per day
* Full- time, long term
* Mon – Fri
* SEMH, Autism, Mental Health