Are you a University graduate? Are you interested in supporting children with autism and other neurological conditions? Are you passionate about helping others, with a patient and encouraging approach?
A Specialist School near Oxford are seeking a dedicated Graduate to join their team as an Special Needs Support Assistant. The school caters for children aged 4-16 with complex needs, including autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges and associated learning needs.
As a Special Needs Support Assistant, you will assist a class of 5 to 10 pupils, working closely with the schools teaching team, therapists, and support staff. Together, you will deliver individualised learning plans and interventions that promote each student’s learning, independence, communication, and emotional well-being.
As a Special Needs Support Assistant, you will:
* Provide support and encouragement to help students reach their potential.
* Foster a calm, structured and positive environment to reduce anxiety and build each pupils’ confidence.
* Learn to roll out specialist interventions to support communication, social interaction and sensory needs.
* Assist with challenging behaviours, pastoral care and personal care.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive specialist environment. By engaging with autism-specific and specialist communication methods, you will build a strong foundation for a career in Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Counselling, Social Work or Occupational Therapy.
* Special Needs Support Assistant
* Start Date ASAP
* £85 - £95 per day
* Oxford
* Mon-Fri, 8:30am to 3:30pm
* Graduate Opportunity!
Interested in this position? APPLY TODAY!
Special Needs Support Assistant - Oxford, Oxford, Oxford