Psychology Graduate Support Worker
Veritas Education have an exciting opportunity for Psychology Graduates to work in a specialist setting supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Complex Needs.
The learners attending the school have a variety of different needs, including Autism, Down Syndrome, Communication Needs, PMLD (Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties) and medical/mobility needs too.
Across the setting, the school provides a variety of different ability classes for all children, coping and managing their needs to help them access their education to the best of their ability. The school has fantastic facilities to meet the needs of all children, along with a staffing team who are dedicated, passionate and caring when it comes to providing the best life and access to education for the learners attending the school.
Role:
Support children with their lessons and activities within the classroom
Interact with the children throughout the school day and assist on the playground
Be a fantastic role model and encourage positive behaviour
Be confident with behaviour management and de-escalation strategies
An optimistic outlook and determination to make a difference to children's education
Hard working and flexible to meet the needs of the childrenRequirements:
2:2 in a Psychology university degree
GCSE in Maths and English
Previous experience in an educational or care setting is desirable
Relevant training and certificates such as Team Teach is desirable, although training can be offered by Veritas
Candidates must hold or be willing to apply for an enhanced DBS upon registration
Have proof of eligibility to work in the UKWhat we offer
Competitive rates of pay
CPD courses including safeguarding and Team Teach to enhance your professional portfolio
A specialist consultant
A wide range of schools to gain experience
Temporary to permanent, full time and part time positions are availableIf you have the experience and skills required for this role, please contact Courtney Shepherd on (phone number removed) or send your CV and any training/certificates to
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
