Aspiring educational psychologist

Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Eastbourne

East Sussex - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?

At term time teachers, we are looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to support children with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!

The school:

This school is located in Eastbourne and caters for children aged 3-19 with a wide range of additional needs. Children may have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties or challenging behaviour.

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 Therapist. Also, an ideal opportunity for aspiring Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Speech and Language Therapists

Professional Skills & Requirements

Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students

Able to plan learning activities to suit pupil ability with support from a teacher

Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Able to provide academic and pastoral support

Experience working with young people with special needs is desirable but not essentialPersonal Qualities

Passionate about helping children to achieve their full potential

Able to build confidence and motivation

Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students

Ability to remain calm and resilient when placed in situations of stress or conflict

Caring, compassionate, and a good listener5 days a week (Mon-Fri) & £90-£100 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 Term Time Teachers will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

*Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us on (phone number removed) for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB)