Therapies Assistant for SEN & Education Therapy Team

Acorn Care and Education; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Maidstone seeks a Therapies Assistant to support children and young people at Heath Farm College. This role, focused on assisting Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists, requires experience with special educational needs and the ability to create customized interventions. Successful candidates will have GCSEs, ideally hold a degree, and possess skills in communication and teamwork, contributing to a collaborative environment. Competitive benefits include mental health support and flexible working options.

Benefits

Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Comprehensive mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform with various options

Qualifications

• Experience working as a therapy assistant or in a similar role (advantageous).
• Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with SEN.
• Ability to carry out both 1:1 and group sessions under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Contribute to communication and sensory profiles and placement plans.
• Support ongoing service development through profiling and staff training.

Skills

Experience working with young people with special educational needs

Ability to communicate effectively

Excellent organisational skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

5 x GCSEs Grade C or above, including English

Undergraduate degree preferred

Evidence of relevant Post 16 education

Job description

A leading educational organization in Maidstone seeks a Therapies Assistant to support children and young people at Heath Farm College. This role, focused on assisting Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists, requires experience with special educational needs and the ability to create customized interventions. Successful candidates will have GCSEs, ideally hold a degree, and possess skills in communication and teamwork, contributing to a collaborative environment. Competitive benefits include mental health support and flexible working options.