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Mental Health & SEN Teaching Assistant - Reading, BerkshireCalling all Graduates - Psychology/Criminology would be idealImmediate Start - Full-TimeAutism 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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