Therapy Support Assistant – Maidenhead

Academics Ltd.; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Provided

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Maidenhead is seeking a Therapy Support Assistant to join a specialist school. The role is full-time and starts ASAP, with 1:1 support for students aged 4 to 16 who have autism and related needs. Training will be provided to align with the therapeutic approach and help students reach their goals.

Interviews will take place in the coming weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for psychology graduates or those seeking hands-on experience in special education, requiring a calm,

Qualifications

• 1:1 student support in classroom settings.
• ASAP start and full-time role.
• Experience with autism and related needs is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily 1:1 support to students in classroom.
• Support therapy-based activities and track progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and therapists to implement plans.

Skills

1:1 support

Education

Psychology degree or related field

Job description

Therapy Support Assistant – Maidenhead

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Are you looking to gain hands on practical experience with a variety of needs?

An amazing specialist school in Maidenhead are looking for a Therapy Support Assistant to join their team on a full time basis starting ASAP! The school employ a therapeutic and child based approach to their everyday school life and are focused on ensuring a safe and positive environment for their students.

The students who attend this setting are between the ages of 4 and 16. They all have a primary diagnosis of Autism ad struggle with co-existing needs such as struggles with their speech and language development, communication, behaviour and social and emotional needs.

This school have also adopted a therapeutic intervention support system – which they provide full training for – in which you will work on with the students everyday in the classroom. The role is primarily 1:1 based, giving you the chance to provide the necessary support and attention.

The school are seeking a Therapy Assistant who can bring a calm and positive approach to the classroom, who will support and encourage the students day to day to help them reach their goals and targets.

If you are seeking valuable, hands on experience to add to your skillset, or just looking to make a real difference, then this is the role for you!

Interviews will be taking place in the coming weeks.

Important Information:

• Therapy Support Assistant – Maidenhead
• ASAP Start
• £90 - £110 per day
• Full time
• Training Provided
• Excellent opportunity for Psychology Graduates

Therapy Support Assistant – Maidenhead - ASAP Start - Full Time

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy.