Aspiring Educational Psychologist – SEN Teaching Assistant in Lambeth
Posted by Pertemps Education Network
£108 a day
Lambeth · Contract
Contract: Full-time | Term-time only
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £108.35 per day
Aspiring Educational Psychologist? Gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs!Pertemps Education Network is working in partnership with a welcoming mainstream primary school in Brixton seeking a passionate, motivated and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional needs.
Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience before pursuing a career in Educational Psychology? This is an exciting opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world educational setting, developing your understanding of child development, learning differences, behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
The Role
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support to primary-aged pupils with SEN.
- Support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and speech, language and communication needs.
- Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and social development.
- Adapt learning activities to meet individual learning needs and abilities.
- Build positive and trusting relationships to encourage confidence, independence and engagement.
- Work collaboratively with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support teams.
- Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and reaching their full potential.
- A Psychology graduate or graduate in a related discipline.
- Aspiring Educational Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists and SEN professionals are encouraged to apply.
- A genuine interest in child development, neurodiversity and additional needs.
- Patient, empathetic, resilient and proactive.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous experience working with children or individuals with additional needs is advantageous but not essential.
- Gain invaluable practical experience for a future career in Educational Psychology.
- Develop an understanding of SEN, child development and inclusive education.
- Work alongside experienced teaching and SEN professionals.
- Make a meaningful difference to children's academic, social and emotional development.
- Competitive daily pay of £108.35.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:
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