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Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Woking

Woking - Educational Psychologist - Education - Psychology - Learning Support Assistant - Special Needs

Are you motivated by supporting and helping others?

We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Educational Psychologist/Learning Support Assistant in Woking to support children with Special Needs, such as ASD, SEMH and associated challenging behaviours. You will be joining a friendly, energetic and creative team!

The School:

This is a special school in Woking catering for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), and many with co-occuring social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

As a Aspiring Educational Psychologist/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 Therapists.

Professional Skills & Requirements for the role of an Aspiring Educational Psychologist/LSA:

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
Able to commute to Woking
Caring, compassionate, and a good listener- 5 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 Sam Price at Academics:
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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