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Graduate Teaching Assistant - SEN

Academics Ltd.

United Kingdom

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30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a passionate Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a Special Needs School in Salisbury. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs, including Autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties. As a Graduate, you will gain invaluable experience supporting students emotionally and academically, helping them develop essential life skills in a friendly and rewarding environment. This role is ideal for those looking to pursue a career in psychology, counselling, or education, providing a solid foundation for your future aspirations. Don't miss this chance to contribute to a positive learning experience for children while enhancing your professional journey.

Recent graduates in Psychology or Criminology preferred.
Ability to support children with various learning difficulties.

Support children aged 3 to 18 with special educational needs.
Assist with emotional and academic support in various subjects.

Empathy

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Degree in Psychology

Degree in Criminology

Are you a recent Graduate looking to further your experience with mental health? Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Are you eager to work in a rewarding and friendly environment where no two days are the same?

Then look no further!

A Special Needs School for children with disabilities is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Graduate to join their team as an SEN Teaching Assistant. This is the perfect opportunity for a recent graduate looking to gain experience working with individuals with learning difficulties and mental health challenges.

Within your role, you will be supporting children aged 3 to 18 with a range of additional needs. This includes Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, learning difficulties, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and physical disabilities. By working with such a range of ages and abilities, you will gain a comprehensive insight into how to cater to the needs of each child and tailor your approach in the classroom.

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will play an integral part in ensuring all pupils are supported both emotionally and academically. Not only will you help them with their education, such as with Maths and English, but you will also help equip pupils with life skills that they will use long into the future. This includes teaching those fundamental social skills, interpersonal skills, and independent living skills. The school takes a unique approach to learning, so expect lessons in art, music, cooking, and outdoor education!

As a recent University Graduate, this is the perfect opportunity to further your experience in the field of SEN and mental health. If you are a Psychology or Criminology graduate, you will be able to utilize your knowledge gained from your degree and apply it to classroom scenarios. Most importantly, you will gain the first-hand experience needed to train as a Psychologist, Counsellor, Therapist, or Teacher in the future!

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