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Educational Support Specialist - Farnham -Education and training
We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Educational Support Specialist to join our team in Farnham. This unique role involves supporting secondary and primary age students with a wide range of Special Educational Needs (SEN) such as complex learning difficulties, physical needs, and challenging behaviour. You will help students to overcome barriers to their success by using restorative and rehabilitative approaches. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children with SEN and be eager to develop their career in a probationary or educational support role.
Key Responsibilities of an Educational Support Specialist- Farnham:
- Support students with challenging behaviours and complex learning needs, promoting positive behaviour management.
- Assist in developing and implementing individualised behaviour plans and interventions.
- Promote restorative justice and help students reflect on their actions and take responsibility for their behaviour.
- Engage with students through mentoring, support groups, and one-to-one sessions to build trust and emotional resilience.
Requirements of an Educational Support Specialist - Farnham:
- A keen interest in working with children with SEN.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with students and staff
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to manage challenging behaviours with a positive, calm approach.
- A proactive, solution-focused attitude and the ability to work as part of a team.
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills, particularly within the field of probation or educational support.
- Experience in a school setting, social care, or probation is desirable but not essential.
- A relevant qualification or education and training in child development, SEN, or similar fields is desired
Apply now or contact Georgina at Academics Ltd: 01483 362 823 -
Educational Support Specialist - Education and Training, Farnham
