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Mental Health & SEN Teaching Assistant - Reading, Berkshire

Academics Ltd
Posted 23 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG17LT, England

Salary

£83 - £95 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A specialist school in Reading, Berkshire is seeking a Mental Health & SEN Teaching Assistant to support children aged 5 to 16 with Autism and complex needs.
  • The position is full-time, starting immediately, and offers a salary ranging from £83 to £90 per day.
  • Candidates should ideally have a degree in Psychology or Criminology, with relevant experience in supporting individuals with Special Needs being beneficial.
  • The role involves working alongside therapists and psychologists, providing an excellent opportunity for aspiring educational or occupational psychologists.
  • Level 3 qualifications and above are required, making this an ideal opportunity for graduates looking to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Mental Health & SEN Teaching Assistant - Reading, Berkshire
Calling all Graduates - Psychology/Criminology would be ideal
Immediate Start - Full-Time
Autism Specialism & Complex Needs - Therapy-Based Provision for children aged 5 to 16 with Autism

Are you interested in supporting children with Special Needs? Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Learning Disabilities?

One of the top specialist schools in Reading, Berkshire, for students with Autism is looking for a Graduate (Psychology would be great!) to work as a SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. Candidates with relevant experience will also be considered! This SEN school in Reading offers a full-time, long-term opportunity, with children aged between 5 and 16 who will benefit from caring, empathetic, and engaging individuals passionate about supporting vulnerable members of our community.

The school employs a therapeutic approach, allowing children to engage in various activities outside traditional lessons. Experience working with children or adults with Special Needs would be beneficial for this role!

This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for any Psychology Graduate to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at the school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus, you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker, or SEN teacher.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
  • Specialism: Autism
  • Start: ASAP
  • Location: Reading, Berkshire
  • Pay: 83 - 90 per day
  • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:30 am to 4:00 pm)
  • Ideal for: Psychology Graduates

The SEN children in this school require a teaching assistant who understands their complex needs and is open-minded and ready for a challenge. The children have varying needs, although Autism is the primary focus. Suitable experience can include working with SEN children and/or adults in any setting, including personal experience with family. Level 3 qualifications and above are required, and a Degree is most desirable.

If you are interested in this Learning Support Specialist position, please contact Tiffene @ Academics by applying to this advert directly.

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