Do you have a degree in Psychology or Criminology? Are you looking to build your experience supporting vulnerable cohorts? Do you want to work in mental health?
Position: Learning Support Assistant
Salary: £85 to £95 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pmA unique specialist school in Swindon are looking for a Psychology or Criminology Graduate to join their team and support children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. You will work with disadvantaged children that have been exposed to adverse childhood experiences. You will help identify their risk and needs, and act as a positive model role.
Many of the children face various barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. You will be instrumental in building relationships, providing consistency, and equipping students with the tools to ensure they feel safe, supported and believe they can succeed at life. Through building strong & robust relationships, you will have the opportunity to have a positive impact and make a real difference to the lives of children.
Based on holistic and therapeutic practice, with a focus on restorative practice, this role will give you essential restorative experience within anti-social and challenging settings - career progression routes include Probation Officer, Youth Offending Teams and Youth Counsellor.
Your responsibilities will include:
Assisting the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
Behaviour and pastoral support.
Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students.
Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Caring, compassionate, and a good listener.
Ensure safeguarding of students.If you are interested in this role, then apply today!
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