Graduate Teaching Assistant (Psychology)

Graduate Teaching Assistant (Psychology) - SEN Unit
 
An opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Graduate Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Hodge Hill, providing vital support to a child with complex needs within their SEN unit. This role offers a chance to play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience of the child and making a positive impact on their learning journey.
 
Position: Graduate Teaching Assistant (Psychology) Location: Hodge Hill Start Date: September 2024 Duration: Until the end of the academic year
 
Responsibilities:

• Working on a 1:1 basis with a specific child within the SEN unit.
• Providing comprehensive support across all aspects of school life to facilitate the child's learning and development.
• Implementing tailored strategies to address the child's individual needs and promote their academic progress.
• Collaborating closely with teachers and support staff to ensure a coordinated approach to the child's education.
• Monitoring the child's progress and adjusting support strategies as required.

 
Requirements:

• A degree in Psychology or a related field.
• Prior experience working with children, particularly those with complex needs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive relationships with children and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and well-being.
• Adaptability and flexibility to meet the diverse needs of the child and the school environment.

 
To apply for this position, interested candidates are requested to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and motivations for applying. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further assessment.
 
If you are passionate about supporting children with complex needs and ready to contribute positively to their educational journey, we invite you to apply for this fulfilling role. Join this fantastic team and help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for these students!

The Education Network Offer:

Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.

The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.

The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days.