Special Needs Therapy Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading educational support agency is seeking a Special Needs Therapy Assistant in Aldershot. You will work closely with children with various special educational needs, providing one-on-one support and classroom assistance. Ideal candidates should possess patience, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills. The role requires a commitment to student development and effective behaviour management. Training and support are provided, with a salary of £90-£95 per day for a full-time role.

Benefits

On-site training

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential.
• Able to build confidence and motivation in students.
• Must have the right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Support one-on-one with students who have special educational needs.
• Assist with classwork and encourage lesson engagement.
• Provide personal and medical care where necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Patience

Compassionate

Behaviour management

Job description

Special Needs Therapy Assistant – Aldershot

Surrey – Special Educational Needs Assistant – Therapy – Care – Intervention – Primary – ASAP start – £90–£95 per day – Aldershot

Are you looking for a rewarding, fulfilling career in a fun & friendly environment?

Are you seeking experience within a relevant field before embarking on a career in Psychology, Criminal Justice or Teaching?

Are you looking to put your degree to good use?

How about working more social hours?

This is a rare opportunity to work with all ages, with children with a range of special educational needs including Autism, Down's Syndrome, Speech and Language needs, disabilities and associated challenging behaviour.

You will have the opportunity to work closely with specialist teams including Physiotherapy, Speech & Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

About the School and the Role

This school is located in Aldershot and is for students aged 3‑11. All students needing 1‑2‑1 Support have special educational needs; they may also have additional sensory impairments and associated challenging behaviour. Many students require personal care. You will be working in classes of approximately 28 children, supporting one on a 1‑2‑1 basis, supported by a class teacher and other support assistants. You will also be required to assist with classwork, encourage lesson engagement and manage challenging behaviour – good behaviour management skills are highly desirable.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
• Able to build confidence and motivation
• Able to build robust and effective relationships with students
• Able to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
• Patient, caring, compassionate, and a good listener

Professional Skills & Requirements

• Ability to prepare resources for teaching and learning activities
• Ability to plan learning activities to suit student ability with support from a teacher
• Personal and medical care including feeding and manual handling where necessary
• Willingness to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support
• Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support
• Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD
• Ensure safeguarding of students
• Ability to commute to Aldershot 5 days a week (Mon‑Fri)
• £90‑£95 per day
• Excellent on‑site training, support and CPD is provided
• Must have the right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship

Apply Now

Contact Abbie Cuthbert at Academics Ltd. Phone number and website have been removed for privacy.

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