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Graduate Opportunities - Psychology and Criminology

Employer
Academics Ltd
Location
Woking
Salary
70.00 - 80.00 GBP Annual + based on experience
Closing date
2 Sep 2022

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Specialism
Education & Training
Sector
Charity
Role Type
Graduate, Other work and training
Start Date
Immediate
Duration
Permanent
Learning Support Assistant - SEMH - Woking

Would you like to work with young people who need support with their social, emotional mental health? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

The School:

The school is based in Woking and provides support for children aged 9-16 years who have a range of learning and behavioural needs due to social, emotional and mental health challenges. All students that attend the school have a designated Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) which details their specific needs in terms of the care and support they will have access to. The school provides a safe learning environment for children who suffer with high levels of anxiety which can result in a lack of focus and challenging behaviour.

The school also provides therapies such as occupational therapy, physiotherapy, music, speech and language therapies where these are part of the young person's EHCP. The curriculum team works closely with therapists to ensure the correct physical and emotional support is available at all times.

The school is undergoing a transformation and are looking forward to their brand new, state of the art building and facilities. With that in mind, it's a really exciting time to join.

What is involved:

Providing assistance and supervision for children's behaviour during the school day and supporting their learning and participation in class
Working with a class, a small group or individual learners, both inside and outside of the classroom
Encouraging the development of social skills and supporting students' individual needs
Helping to build confidence and motivation
Participating in team meetings and training programmes as an active member of a team
Maintaining progress records
Supporting regulations pertaining to safeguardingWhat is required:

An Undergraduate Degree, ideally in a relevant subject such as Psychology or Criminology
Knowledge and/or a keen interest and understanding of the range of different types of learning and behavioural needs
Good general education levels in English and Maths - A Levels are preferable
A co-operative working style and a proactive approach to solving problems
Good interpersonal and communication skill and a caring attitude
Flexibility in terms of working patternsSummary:

Graduate Learner Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, Teacher
GBP65 to GBP85 daily rate (5-day week - 30am to 3.30pm)
Special needs schools and mainstream settings with specialist provision (SEMH, ASC, EBD, PMLD, SLD)
Full time and part time roles, flexible working hours and short and long term contracts
September 2022, depending on yoru availability
Apply via this advert or call Ben Mason on (phone number removed) for more details

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