Special Needs Therapy Assistant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Special Needs Therapy Assistant in Woking for students aged 3-11 with special educational needs, including Autism and Down's Syndrome. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support children on a 1:1 basis and manage classroom engagement. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for education. The position offers £90-£95 per day, and excellent on-site training and support are provided.

Benefits

On-site training and support

CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential.
• A patient, caring, compassionate individual with good listening skills.
• Ability to prepare resources for teaching activities.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis.
• Encourage lesson engagement and manage challenging behaviour.
• Assist with personal and medical care, including feeding.

Skills

Behaviour management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to develop social skills

Job description

Special Needs Therapy Assistant - Woking

Surrey - Special Educational Needs Assistant - Therapy - Care - Intervention - Primary - ASAP start - £90‑£95 per day - Woking

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 and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy.

About the School and the Role

This school is located in Woking and is for students aged 3‑11. Some students are needing 1:1 support, have special educational needs, may also have additional sensory impairments and associated challenging behaviour, and many require personal care. You will be working in classes of approximately 28 children, supporting one on a 1:1 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 for successful applicants.

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
• Willing 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 Woking 5 days a week (Mon‑Fri)
• £90‑£95 per day
• Excellent on‑site training, support and CPD is provided
• You must have right to work in the UK in order to apply – no visa sponsorship

Apply now or contact Abbie Cuthbert at Academics Ltd. (phone number removed)

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