Therapeutic Support Assistant — Oxford | January Start

Academics Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school in Oxford is looking for a Therapeutic Support Assistant starting in January. This full-time role focuses on providing tailored support to students with significant learning and mental health needs and aims to empower them to access their education like their peers. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, teamwork skills, and an understanding of safeguarding. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in mental health support and education.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in teams.
• Great communication skills.
• Understanding the importance of safeguarding.
• Must hold an enhanced DBS or be willing to apply for one.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialised support to students with significant learning needs.
• Align support with educational health care plans.
• Empower students to achieve their full potential.
• Facilitate access to education for students.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

A specialist school in Oxford is looking for a Therapeutic Support Assistant starting in January. This full-time role focuses on providing tailored support to students with significant learning and mental health needs and aims to empower them to access their education like their peers. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, teamwork skills, and an understanding of safeguarding. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in mental health support and education.