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Aspiring Art Therapist - Learning Support Assistant
Are you a creative graduate with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Are you considering a career as an occupational therapist, art therapist, music therapist, or educational psychologist? This Learning Support Assistant role could be the perfect first step on your journey.
Join a highly regarded specialist school that caters to children aged 4-16 with high-support autism, profound multiple learning challenges, and complex needs. The school is a hub for creativity, offering fantastic opportunities to engage children through art, music, play, and drama therapy.
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The curriculum is thoughtfully divided into 12 domains to provide holistic development:
- Independent Living
- Employment Skills (Pre-requisites & Functional)
- Community Inclusion
- Health and Wellbeing
- Communication and Social Skills
- STEAM Subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)
- Academic Literacy, Maths, Science, and ICT
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What this role offers:
- Pay: £95 to £105 per day
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:45 pm
- First-hand experience in SEN and mental health settings, helping you explore and solidify your career aspirations
- Opportunities to work with ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) techniques
- Hands-on experience in autism support across multiple classes, with both low and high-support setting
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The ideal candidate:
- A graduate with a creative background (e.g., art, music, drama) who is enthusiastic about working with children
- Interested in gaining invaluable experience to qualify or disqualify potential career paths in SEN and mental health
- Patient, adaptable, and committed to making a positive difference in the lives of children
This Learning Support Assistant role starts immediately and will run through the academic year, with the opportunity to progress into a permanent position for the right candidate.
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If you’re a creative graduate eager to gain experience in a supportive and inspiring SEN environment, this is your chance to make a real impact.
Follow the instructions and click apply today!
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