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Are you a recent Graduate looking to gain hands-on experience in an education setting before pursuing a career as an occupational therapist, clinical psychologist, or educational psychologist?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a specialist school in Manchester, supporting children aged 4-16 with high-support autism, profound multiple learning challenges, and complex needs. You'll gain valuable experience in a diverse and inspiring environment, helping to build the foundations for your future career.
The school's curriculum is thoughtfully divided into 12 domains, focusing on holistic development:
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- Independent Living
- Employment (Pre-requisites & Functional Skills)
- Community Inclusion
- Health and Wellbeing
- Communication and Social Skills
- STEAM Subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)
- Academic Literacy, Maths, Science, and ICT
The role will expose you to structured interventions like ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), providing the perfect opportunity to explore your interests in SEN and Mental Health. You'll work across different classes and support children with varying needs, helping them thrive through engaging activities like art, music, play, and drama therapy.
What we offer
- Pay: £95 to £105 per day
- Learning Support Assistant role with an immediate start - Trial week is in place to ensure it's the right environment for you and the school
- First-hand experience in an autism setting to help you qualify and disqualify specific SEN and mental health career pathways
- Opportunities to work in both low and high-support settings, adapting to each class's unique needs
- A chance to build a strong foundation for future studies in occupational therapy, clinical psychology, or educational psychology
The ideal candidate:
- A recent Graduate passionate about SEN and mental health
- Enthusiastic, patient, and adaptable, with a desire to make a real difference
- Interested in gaining hands-on experience before advancing in your career
If you're a Psychology Graduate with aspirations to become a professional in occupational therapy, clinical or educational psychology, and you're looking for invaluable experience in a forward-thinking school, we want to hear from you.
