Therapies Assistant - 4-Day Week Trial (SEN)

Acorn Care and Education; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in King's Lynn seeks a passionate Therapies Assistant to support children and young people. This role involves providing assessments under supervision, creating communication profiles, and delivering tailored interventions. Candidates should have experience with special educational needs, strong communication skills, and a team-oriented approach. The position offers competitive salary and innovative working options, including a trial of the 4-Day Working Week.

Benefits

Life Assurance Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Work 80% of hours for full pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with special educational needs.
• Ability to carry out 1:1 and group sessions under supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and experience in administration tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Support the creation of communication and sensory profiles.
• Co-facilitate staff training and attend multi-agency meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

5 GCSEs Grade C or above, including English

Undergraduate degree (preferable)

Job description

A leading care provider in King's Lynn seeks a passionate Therapies Assistant to support children and young people. This role involves providing assessments under supervision, creating communication profiles, and delivering tailored interventions. Candidates should have experience with special educational needs, strong communication skills, and a team-oriented approach. The position offers competitive salary and innovative working options, including a trial of the 4-Day Working Week.