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Learning Support Assistant (Witney)

Academics Ltd
Posted 16 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 6HG, England

Salary

£80 - £90 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A unique Special School in Witney is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with special educational needs.
  • The ideal candidate should be a caring and compassionate recent graduate, preferably in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology, with a positive attitude.
  • The position offers a salary of £80 to £90 per day and is suitable for those with or without prior experience working with children or adults with additional needs.
  • Responsibilities include managing classroom behavior, providing emotional support, and acting as a positive role model for students.
  • This role is an excellent opportunity for those aspiring to pursue careers in psychology or youth and criminal justice.

Are you looking to gain hands on experience in a specialist setting? Are you a recent graduate dreaming of becoming a future Psychologist? Are you a caring and compassionate individual?

A unique and friendly Special School in Witney are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to help their pupils with special educational needs. The students at the school have a range of needs, including Autism, learning difficulties, speech and language needs and mental health challenges. They therefore need a Learning Support Assistant who is understanding, patient, with a positive, go-to attitude!

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will be responsible for setting boundaries in the classroom and also making sure the pupils understand the value of education. You will help them understand their own emotional needs, and ensure they feel safe and supported in school. You will help manage any challenging behaviour that arises as a result of the student's needs, as well as providing pastoral support to students. Most importantly, you will set an example for all pupils and act as a positive role model.

If you are a Graduate in Psychology, Criminology or Sociology, this is the perfect opportunity for you to utilise your knowledge of atypical behaviour and development, whilst also gaining practical first-hand experience in the mental health sector. Previous experience working with children or adults with additional needs would be beneficial - this could be professional or personal experience.

The school has a significant focus on restorative practices, positive re-enforcement as well as Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. This is therefore an ideal role for an aspiring Forensic, Clinical or Educational Psychologist, as well as aspiring Youth and Criminal Justice Officers.

  • Learning Support Assistant (Witney)
  • Graduate Opportunity
  • 80 to 90 per day
  • ASAP Start

If you are interested in this role, please upload your CV to this advert today!

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