Learning Support Assistant | Brent

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Learning Support Assistant to join their team in Brent. This full-time position is ideal for a recent Psychology graduate looking to kickstart their career in Educational or Clinical Psychology. You will work closely with experienced professionals, supporting students with special educational needs and making a positive impact on their academic and social development. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience while being part of a caring and supportive environment. If you're eager to make a difference and grow in your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Discounts on high street shops

Qualifications

• Recent Psychology Graduate with a BPS accredited degree.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support SEN students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with severe learning difficulties and those at risk.
• Work alongside qualified SEN professionals and Educational Psychologists.

Skills

Psychology

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BPS Accredited Psychology Degree

Job description

Learning Support Assistant | Brent, London Borough of Brent

Psychology Graduate required for a Learning Support Assistant role… perfect for an Aspiring Educational Psychologist!

Are you a confident, friendly, and personable individual aspiring to become an Educational/Clinical Psychologist?

Have you recently graduated and want to kick start your Psychology related career by doing a year placement as a Learning Support Assistant?

Our partner Primary School, located in Brent, is looking to hire a passionate, caring, and empathetic Learning Support Assistant to support their SEN students.

It is important that these students receive appropriate help as part of their socialisation and are supported by a strong role model who can positively influence their wellbeing and academic progress.

Role Details:

• Full-time Learning Support Assistant position starting from April 2024
• Seeking Psychology Graduates – BPS Accredited
• Work alongside qualified SEN professionals, Specialist Teachers, and Educational Psychologists
• Support pupils identified as ‘at risk’ and/or with severe learning difficulties
• Ideal for an Aspiring Clinical or Educational Psychologist

This role is perfect for a passionate, hardworking Psychology Graduate eager to progress and work with Psychologists to advance your career in Educational/Clinical Psychology.

If interested, please contact Mike Koutsofta at Career Teachers. Ensure your CV is up to date, with accurate contact details, and clearly present your experience, ethos, and aspirations for this role.

At Career Teachers, we comply with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring equal pay and conditions after a 12-week qualifying period. Please ask for more details.

All rates quoted include 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits of working with Career Teachers:

• Free CPD
• Access to Skills Network
• Refer a friend scheme
• Recognition programme
• Affinity Extra – discounts on high street shops, coffee, cinemas, and more, plus a Health & Wellbeing portal.

Access to these benefits begins once you start working with us.

Important Notice:

To apply, you must be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding and integrity are our priorities. During the application process, you will need to:

• Attend an in-person interview
• Provide references for checks
• Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you do not hear from us, your application was unsuccessful. We encourage you to apply for other suitable roles in the future. Career Teachers advertises this vacancy on behalf of our client.