Chichester - Aspiring Occupational Therapist - Learning Support Assistant - SEN - SEMH - £93-105 per day - West Sussex
A specialist built school based in Chichester is looking for a dedicated graduate wanting to gain experience as an Aspiring Occupational Therapist/SEN Learning Support Assistant (SEN LSA).
This SEN School in Chichester has a Therapy Department which is staffed by qualified therapists and therapy assistants and they 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.
With this Aspiring Occupational Therapist/SEN LSA role in Chichester, 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 Occupational Therapist.
Professional Skills & Requirements:
Ability to help the class teacher with the learning experience
Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
Able to develop knowledge and experience to deliver appropriate support
Able to encourage the development of social skills and support students' individual needs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Able to provide behaviour and pastoral support
Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD
Ensure safeguarding of students
Able to commute to ChichesterPersonal 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 listener
Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.
**Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
**Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
**Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only
**£93-£105 per day
**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorshipApply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics Ltd:
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Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy
Salary description
£93.00 - £105.00 per day