Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
Are you a psychology, education, or social sciences graduate looking for hands-on experience in special educational needs (SEN) and mental health? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs while gaining invaluable experience for your future career?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
A fantastic school in Reading are seeking a Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as next week. This school supports children and teenagers aged 3 to 16 with a range of additional learning needs including: Autism, Speech and Language Difficulties, learning disabilities, mental health challenges and physical disabilities.
The Role:
- Support students in a small class setting, helping them with learning activities and personal development.
- Use creative and therapeutic approaches (e.g., sensory play, Makaton, PECS) to support communication and engagement.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students and become a positive role model in their lives.
- Work closely with the teachers, speech therapists, and educational psychologists to develop tailored support strategies.
- Help students build life skills, as well as manage and handle challenging behaviours.
The school is seeking a graduate with a degree in Psychology, Education or Health & Social Care, who is kind, patient and compassionate. While prior experience working with children or vulnerable adults is beneficial, a genuine passion for supporting young people is the most important factor!
- Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant
- Reading
- £90 - £100 per day
- ASAP Start
- Psychology Graduate Opportunity!
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