Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Woking, Surrey - Educational Psychologist - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - SEN
Are you an Aspiring Educational Psychologist in Woking? Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?
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'll join a friendly, energetic and creative team.
The School
This school is located in Woking 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 are based 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, expanding your knowledge, skillset, and gaining relevant practical experience, invaluable for you as an aspiring Educational Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Psychologist, or Speech and Language Therapist.
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 Woking
Personal Qualities
* Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential
* Able to build confidence and motivation
* Ability 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
Working Hours & Benefits
5 days a week (Mon-Fri) – 93-105 per day, dependant on skills and experience.
Excellent on-site training, support and CPD are provided to ensure safeguarding of students.
You must have right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS.
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