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Position: Learning Support Specialist - Slough

Academics
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Slough, Berkshire SL13XX, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Learning Support Specialist in Slough is ideal for recent Psychology graduates looking to gain experience in special education.
  • The role involves working with children who have diverse additional needs, providing support in a classroom setting.
  • Candidates should have a genuine interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN), with previous experience working with children being an asset.
  • The salary for this full-time role ranges from £83 to £95 per day, depending on experience and qualifications.
  • An immediate start is available, and the position is a long-term temporary role with potential for a permanent position.

Position: Learning Support Specialist - Slough Full-Time | Immediate Start Calling Psychology Graduates

Are you a recent Psychology graduate considering a career in Psychology or Counseling but unsure where to start? Are you interested in gaining experience in special education?

If this sounds like you, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.

A specialist school in Slough is looking for a Psychology graduate to join their team as a Learning Support Specialist as soon as possible. In this role, you will work closely with children who have diverse additional needs, including autism, speech and language challenges, sensory processing issues, physical disabilities, and communication difficulties.

As a Learning Support Specialist, you will develop a deep understanding of each student's cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs and learn to support them effectively. You'll help identify learning obstacles and triggers while applying psychological insights in the classroom. You'll work with students in small groups or one-on-one, creating a supportive, engaging classroom environment where every child feels safe and included.

This role is an excellent opportunity for Psychology graduates seeking hands-on experience with young people facing challenges. You'll collaborate with psychologists, therapists, counselors, and speech and language specialists, gaining practical exposure that will set you apart from other graduates. This role is also valuable for those considering a future in teaching or education.

The ideal candidate is friendly, proactive, and genuinely interested in Special Educational Needs (SEN). Previous experience working with children, whether in sports, babysitting, or other informal settings, is an asset.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: Learning Support Specialist
  • Location: Slough
  • Start Date: Immediate
  • Salary: £83 - £95 per day (based on experience, qualifications, and client rate)
  • Contract: Long-term temporary role with potential for a permanent position
  • Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
  • Previous experience preferred but not essential

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

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