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Support Worker Teaching Assistant in Bath)

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Bath

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Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Support Worker Teaching Assistant to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable students in Bath. This role involves supporting children with special educational needs and mental health challenges, providing them with a safe and empowering environment. Ideal candidates will have a background in Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology, and will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in education and training, along with excellent on-site training and support. If you're passionate about helping young people and looking to gain experience in a specialist setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

On-site training
Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

  • Ideal for graduates in Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology.
  • Experience with vulnerable students is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Support students with SEN and mental health challenges.
  • Provide guidance to help students overcome challenges.

Skills

Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Relationship-building skills
Calmness under stress
Compassion
Motivation

Education

Degree in Psychology
Degree in Sociology
Degree in Criminology

Job description

Support Worker Teaching Assistant - Bath - Education and Training - SEN - Mental Health - LSA

Are you motivated by helping vulnerable and at-risk young people?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the lives of at-risk children and young people in a school near Bath. As a Support Worker Teaching Assistant, you'll support students with SEN and social, emotional, and mental health challenges, helping them feel safe, secure, and empowered.

As a Support Worker Teaching Assistant, you will work directly with students, offering support and guidance to help them overcome challenges. This role provides valuable experience and a chance to make a real impact on students' lives.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal for Psychology, Sociology, and Criminology graduates, this role offers hands-on experience with vulnerable students. It's also suitable for those pursuing careers in Probation, Prison Services, or Youth Justice.

Personal Qualities
  1. Passionate about helping children and young people
  2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  3. Ability to build confidence and motivation
  4. Approachable, with strong relationship-building skills
  5. Calm and resilient in stressful situations
  6. Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
  7. Motivated and professional approach to work

Start date: ASAP

Salary: £90 - £100 per day, Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, term time only

Excellent on-site training, support, and CPD provided.

You must have the right to work in the UK to apply - no Visa sponsorship.

Candidates registering will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Please apply online, and a member of the Academics Bristol team will contact you ASAP.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain experience in education and training within a specialist setting in Bath.

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