University students interested in school work

Zen Educate; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Bristol is seeking individuals studying psychology or childhood studies to offer assistance to students with additional needs. This role requires a warm and resourceful person to support students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups. Responsibilities include managing behaviors and providing consistent support. Competitive pay rates and flexibility are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexibility in work schedule

Qualifications

• Must have a keen interest in working with children.
• Related studies in education preferred.
• Professional development willingness required.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional needs on either a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Follow teacher instructions and provide feedback on student progress.
• Manage behaviors effectively and follow school policies.

Skills

Support for children

Resourcefulness

Empathy

Resilience

Education

Studying psychology or childhood studies

Job description

Overview

Are you currently studying at UWE or the University of Bristol? Are your studies in psychology or childhood studies, or within education? Rather than doing work that simply just helps with the bills, this paid work can be more helpful to your career goals.

We are looking for such people to take on either full time or part time work supporting students in either mainstream or specialist schools on either a small group or 1:1 basis. Working hours are 8:30-3:30, between Monday to Friday and term time only.

You will need to have a keen interest in working with children and be studying something related to this work. If you are doing something in IT, this is not work for you unless you have previous experience supporting students. We are looking for people who are resourceful, resilient and have a warm disposition that children will open up to.

Students will have a range of diagnoses such as autism, ADHD, social, emotional and mental health needs, Down syndrome among others. Students will need support to strive in their learning but also need support in their social development to better engage with their peers and grow to be as independent as possible.

Responsibilities

• Support students with additional needs on either a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Follow the instructions laid out by the teacher and provide feedback on student progress
• Manage behaviours effectively and follow school policies, offering a consistent and empathetic approach
• Be reliable and able to honour commitments; these children are sensitive to change, so it is important to provide consistent structure and routine

Qualifications / Requirements

• Be happy to take on professional development both online and in-person courses
• Hold an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for one

Benefits

Zen can offer competitive pay rates, a unique platform to manage your work schedule, and the flexibility to take on work you are happy to take on.

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