Trainee Therapy Assistant - Headington

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist school in Headington is seeking a Trainee Therapy Assistant to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This full-time role focuses on building relationships and ensuring students access their learning effectively. The position offers training and is ideal for graduates looking for experience in the educational field.

Benefits

Training provided

Excellent experience for graduates

Term Time Only

Qualifications

• No prior experience with children necessary; personality is key.
• Must be passionate about helping students with ASD.
• Ability to follow specific learning plans.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom to access learning.
• Build positive relationships to create a safe learning environment.
• Follow specific learning plans as guided by the class teacher.

Skills

Passion for supporting learning difficulties

Relationship building

Understanding of mental health needs

Job description

Trainee Therapy Assistant - Headington

This amazing specialist school in Headington are looking for a Therapeutic Support Assistant to join their team starting ASAP.

This setting cater for students between the ages of 4 and 16, a nice mix of primary and secondary ages!

They support students who have a primary diagnosis of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) which impacts the way they learn, communicate and process emotions.

Children who struggle with ASD also have troubles with their mental health and need support to work through tricky emotions.

They are looking for someone to come in and support them in the classroom, with their education and ensure that they are able to access their learning in ways that are beneficial to them.

Each student has a specific learning plan, designed for their needs. It is intended to meet them where they are. You will follow this plan with the guidance of the class teacher.

The school looking for a Trainee Therapy Assistant want an individual who is passionate about supporting learning difficulties and mental health needs. They want someone to come in build positive relationships with the students, which will in turn allow for a safe and engaging environment where learning will flow.

Previous experience with children is not necessary, but personality is important!

* Trainee Therapy Assistant
* Headington
* £85 - £100 per day
* September Start
* Term Time Only
* Excellent experience for graduates
* Training provided

Apply directly to this advert if you are interested and someone will be in touch with you if you have been short-listed.

Trainee Therapy Assistant – Headington – September Start – Full Time