SEN Teaching Assistant - Psychology Graduate

Aspire People; Melbourn; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aspire People in Hertfordshire is recruiting a Psychology Graduate to join as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Royston / Meldreth. You will support children aged 6-19 with additional needs, in a specialist educational setting.

This temporary to permanent role offers full-time hours, term-time scheduling, and a salary of £22,996 to £25,068 per year, with funded training and career development opportunities. You must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be available for the full-time

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Interest in psychology, therapy, education, mental health or social care is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Support students in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Encourage communication, confidence, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Help students engage positively with learning and daily activities.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Formation

GCSE English and Maths

Description du poste

Psychology Graduate - SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Royston / Meldreth, Hertfordshire

Salary: £22,996-£25,068 per annum (actual salary, depending on experience)

Hours: Full Time | Term Time Only | Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:30pm

Contract: Temporary to Permanent

Please note: Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be resident in the UK on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

Start Your Career in Psychology, Education or Therapy

Are you a Psychology graduate looking for valuable hands-on experience before progressing into Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Teaching or Social Care?

This could be an excellent opportunity to gain meaningful experience within a specialist educational setting while developing skills that will support your future career.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals, supporting children and young people aged 6-19 with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, communication needs and SEMH.

Your Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom and throughout the school day.
• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support.
• Encourage communication, confidence, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Help students engage positively with learning and daily activities.
• Contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive school environment.
• Provide personal care where required.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.

About You

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Interested in developing a career in psychology, therapy, education, mental health or social care.
• Patient, resilient, compassionate and willing to learn.
• Confident communicators and effective team players.
• Motivated to gain practical experience within a specialist setting.
• Essential: GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent.

What You Can Expect

• Fully funded training and recognised qualifications.
• Practical experience working alongside specialist professionals.
• Valuable experience supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Professional development and opportunities to progress.
• Potential permanent opportunities following the temporary period.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks