Psychology Graduate/Student Jobs
Secondary school position
Learning Support Assistant
£83-95 per day
Protocol Education are seeking personnel who are proficient in psychology to adopt a learning support assistant role in schools. This could include graduates, qualifications, experience etc. Your expertise and background of psychology will be of use to aid students with additional needs in their studies and behaviour management. This role will provide fantastic career opportunities and experience working with children and in schools. This role is ideal for somebody who wishes to branch into education.
This is an excellent opportunity for you to gain experience working in a school environment, provide students with the tools they require to improve and grow, and develop skills which will aid you in your chosen career path. 70% of mental health issues begin in childhood, and you can help students who are struggling with their time in school.
Some of the children you will attend to may have complex needs, including ASD, SEMH, EHCP, and behavioural support. You will be required to aid in the daily activities of the classroom and use your creative background to uniquely support the SEND children in a way only you can. You will provide 1:1 support and create a positive atmosphere. I recommend you consider this position if you have career aspirations of becoming a teacher or working in schools as the experience you will gain here will be invaluable.
Requirements
- DBS / Right to work in the UK.
- An interest in working with children and SEND children.
- A patient, trusting, and calm approach.
- Experience working with children and/or people with SEND is preferable.
Idea of Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 support to students.
- Assist with the daily tasks in the classroom.
- Behaviour management.
- Create a safe and productive work environment.
- Provide group support.
About Us – Your Benefits
- Protocol Education are a market leader, and one of the leading education recruitment specialists in the North-East. We work with the majority of schools in the North-East which allows us to find you your perfect job.
- £50 Refer a friend scheme.
- Discounted CPD & Online training courses - 70% off CPD training modules which will strongly aid in your educational career developement.
- Professional support in your daily activities by our team of experts.
- Continued support in finding work in education.
If you require any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact melissa.cummings@protocol-education.com.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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