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Aspiring Art Therapist – Godalming
Are you an aspiring art therapist or a creative graduate with a passion for supporting children with complex needs? Do you want to make a real difference in a specialist SEN school setting? If so, Milk Education, a leading education agency, has the perfect opportunity for you in Godalming!
We are seeking a compassionate and creative Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist school that supports children with high-support autism and profound multiple learning difficulties. This role is ideal for an art or creative graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in a therapeutic environment while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children.
About the Role:
- Salary: £95 per day
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:45pm (term time only)
- Start Date: Immediately
As an LSA, you will play a vital role in supporting the children’s daily lives, including personal care, toilet care, changing, and feeding. You will also help create a nurturing and stimulating environment, using art, music, and play as therapeutic tools to engage and support the children.
Global Development Delay (GDD):Global Development Delay refers to a significant delay in two or more areas of a child’s development, such as motor skills, speech, cognition, or social-emotional growth. In this role, you will work closely with children who have GDD, learning their unique stimuli and preferences to help them thrive. Your support will be instrumental in fostering their development and enhancing their quality of life.
Why Join Us?
- Make a Difference: Use your creativity to support children with complex needs and help them reach their full potential.
- Gain Experience: Develop skills in a therapeutic setting, ideal for aspiring art therapists, occupational therapists, or clinical psychologists.
- Work-Life Balance: Term-time hours mean you can enjoy school holidays.
- Convenient Location: The school offers plenty of on-site parking, making your commute stress-free.
What We’re Looking For:
- A caring, patient, and empathetic individual with a passion for working with children.
- Art Graduates who are open to personal care and understand their objectives within Art Therapy, health and social care
- A background in art, creativity, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt.
- An understanding of the therapeutic roles art, music, and play can have in supporting children with SEN.
If you’re ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Aspiring Art Therapist – Godalming – Education and Training
How to Apply:To apply for this Aspiring Art Therapist role, please send your CV and a brief cover letter to [insert contact details].
Join us at Milk Education and help create a brighter future for these incredible children. Apply today!
Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to thorough background checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.
