Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Guildford, Surrey - Educational Psychologist - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - SEN
We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist to work as a Learning Support Assistant, supporting children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!
The School
This school is located in Guildford and caters for children aged 3-19 with SEN needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour.
The school has a Therapy Department staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Therapists work around the school and have a clinic room for individual work. Much therapy follows a 'blended' model of therapeutic intervention delivered across the curriculum, with close liaison with teaching staff and parents.
As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skillset and gain relevant practical experience, invaluable for aspiring Educational Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists.
Professional Skills & Requirements
* Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
* Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher
* Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Able to provide academic and pastoral support
* Aspiring Educational Psychologist - or Clinical!
* Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essential
* Able to commute to Guildford
Personal Qualities
* Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
* Able to build confidence and motivationAbility to build robust and effective relationships with students
* Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict
* Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
Pay and Hours
5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience.
Additional Information
* Excellent on‑site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students.
* You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no visa sponsorship.
* Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS.
How to Apply
If you are an Aspiring Educational Psychologist based in Guildford, apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics: (phone number removed).
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