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Kick start Your Career in Education as a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Bedford - March Start!
Are you a recent Psychology graduate or an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step in your career? Do you have a passion for helping children with special educational needs (SEN) and mental health challenges? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a leading SEN school in Bedford as a Clinical Teaching Assistant starting this March.
Who We Are Looking For:
- A degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field (preferred) or relevant SEN experience in the education and training sector.
- A strong interest in working with children with autism, ADHD, social, emotional, and mental health challenges, and other learning or behavioural needs.
- A desire to gain invaluable hands-on experience within a supportive and nurturing SEN environment.
- The ability to commute to Bedford on a daily basis and the enthusiasm to take on a rewarding, full-time role.
As a Clinical Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for providing crucial support to children who face a wide range of special educational needs. Your primary role will be to support students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, including conditions such as ADHD, communication difficulties, Down syndrome, and speech and language challenges. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity to work in a nurturing and supportive environment designed to help each student reach their full potential.
Job Title: Clinical Teaching Assistant
Location: Bedford
Salary: 460-500 per week
Contract: Full-time, Long-Term (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm)
Sector: Education and Training
Start Date: March
In this role, your day-to-day duties will include:
- Supporting children with a variety of special educational needs, including SEMH, ADHD, autism, communication difficulties, Down syndrome, and other complex learning needs.
- Collaborating with the school's clinical team to develop and deliver targeted interventions designed to meet the needs of each student.
- Assisting in the creation and implementation of individualized learning plans (ILPs) to support the academic and emotional development of students.
- Providing pastoral care and emotional support, helping students to build confidence, self-esteem, and positive relationships within the school environment.
- Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging students to reach their full potential both academically and socially.
- Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports the wellbeing and growth of all students.
This Clinical Teaching Assistant role in Bedford offers a unique opportunity to work in a truly supportive and collaborative environment where you will be able to make a lasting difference in the lives of children in an education and training setting. With the support of a dedicated clinical team, you will be equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to progress your career in education and mental health.
Apply for this roll today! interviews taking place in the coming weeks!
