Teaching Assistant (SEMH) in Bath)

Academics; Bath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bath is seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work closely with children with special educational needs. Candidates should have a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or similar, and ideally some relevant experience. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth, including mentoring by experienced therapists and insights into the fields of educational or occupational psychology.

Qualifications

• Experience working with SEN children or adults in any setting.
• Open-minded and up for a challenge.
• Desirable to have experience with Mental Health issues.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs, Autism, and Learning Disabilities.
• Work alongside therapists, psychologists, and teachers.
• Provide consistent support for SEN children aged 3 to 11.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Degree in Psychology, Criminology, or similar

Level 3 qualifications+

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Bath - Fantastic Platform for Psychology & Criminology Graduates!! Primary School

Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs?

Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities?

A Primary school located in Bath have recently opened a resource unit for the children with SEN and are looking for a Psychology/Criminology (or similar degree) Graduate to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with complex needs, Autism and Learning Disabilities. Candidates with relevant SEN experience will also be considered! The SEN children are aged 3 to 11 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. Graduates in a similar field will also be considered. You will be working in a small class of 12 SEN children, alongside therapists, psychologists, teachers and other support staff.

This is a FANTASTIC opportunity to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher.

The Primary School is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant who can bring enthusiasm, passion and experience to the classroom. They are looking for a SEN TA who will be proactive and adaptable and be able to use their own initiative. This is a fantastic opportunity for any aspiring teachers, educational/occupational/clinical psychologists or therapists.

* SEN Teaching Assistant

* Mental Health

* Suitable for Psychology/Criminology/Counselling specialists

* Primary

* ASAP Start

* Bath

* Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4pm

* Ideal for Psychology Graduates

The SEN children in this school require a teaching assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and up for a challenge. Suitable experience can include working with SEN children and/or adults in any setting, even on a personal level such as with family. Level 3 qualifications+ are also required and a Degree would be most desirable.

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.