SEN Teaching assistant

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Kingswood is looking for a passionate Psychology Graduate to join their team as a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant. This full-time role offers the chance to work with children facing various challenges, including autism and ADHD, providing essential support in a nurturing environment. The school emphasizes collaboration with professionals like psychologists and speech therapists, ensuring a holistic approach to education. If you are eager to make a difference in young lives and thrive in a supportive team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or recent Psychology Graduate.
• Ability to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex educational needs and communication difficulties.
• Collaborate with external professionals to provide integrated support.

Skills

Psychology

Communication Skills

Resilience

Teamwork

Education

Psychology Degree

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduates - Kingswood, South Gloucestershire - ASAP Start

Position Overview

A school in the Kingswood area is seeking a Psychology Graduate (or relevant degree) for a Specialist SEN Teaching Assistant role. The school caters to children aged 5 to 11 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties, and challenging behaviours. It offers integrated education and therapeutic support, emphasizing overall wellbeing. The role is full-time, long-term, and available ASAP.

Key Details

1. SEN Teaching Assistant
2. Special Educational Needs: SEMH, Autism, ADHD, Complex Learning Needs
3. Sector: Education and Training
4. Location: Kingswood, South Gloucestershire
5. Schedule: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
6. Ideal for: Psychology Graduate

Candidate Profile

We seek an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant or recent Psychology Graduate to support children with social, emotional, and mental health needs, as well as communication difficulties such as autism spectrum conditions, speech and language needs, ADHD, and complex learning needs.

Work Environment

The school collaborates with external professionals including psychologists, counsellors, and speech therapists. You will have opportunities to work alongside and shadow these professionals. The school’s facilities support a broad curriculum, extracurricular activities, therapies, and personalized approaches, reflecting its commitment to meeting each child's unique needs.

Qualities Sought

Passionate, resilient, and eager individuals committed to supporting a dedicated team are ideal candidates.

Application

If interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please apply today!