Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Bognor RegisBognor Regis - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs Are you motivated by supporting and helping others? Are you an Aspiring Educational Psychologist?We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours within a school in Bognor Regis. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!The School:This school is located in Bognor Regis and caters for children aged 3-19 with SEN needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour. The school has a Therapy Department which is staffed by qualified Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. Therapists are based around the school and have a clinic room for individual work. Much therapy follows a 'blended' model of therapeutic intervention which is delivered across the curriculum, and there is close liaison with teaching staff and parents.As a Learning Support Assistant, you will have the opportunity to 'get your foot in the door' and work closely with the therapists, enabling you to expand your knowledge, skillset, and gain relevant practical experience, which is invaluable for you, as an Aspiring Educational Psychologist. Also an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language TherapistsProfessional Skills & Requirements Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with studentsAble to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacherAble to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAble to provide academic and pastoral supportExperience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essentialAble to commute to Bognor RegisAspiring Educational PsychologistPersonal QualitiesPassionate about helping children to achieve their full potentialAble to build confidence and motivationAbility to build robust and effective relationships with studentsAbility to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflictCaring, compassionate, and a good listener5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £93-£105 per day - dependant on skills and experience Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of students You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics: l
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