Clinical Teaching Assistant

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  • Kempston, Bedfordshire
  • £460-500 per week
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
Let's kick start Your Career in Psychology or Education and training - Clinical Teaching Assistant OpportunityIdeal for Aspiring Psychologists and Future SEN TeachersPosition: Clinical Teaching AssistantLocation: KempstonPosition: Full time, Long termSalary: £460 - £500 a weekStart Date: SeptemberAre you a recent Psychology or Criminology graduate in or around Kempston looking to take your first step into a career supporting children with additional needs? Are you passionate about mental health, behaviour, and the factors that shape a child's development?Join a dedicated SEN team in Kempston as a Clinical Teaching Assistant in a forward-thinking SEN school, where you'll gain valuable hands-on experience working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition, Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs, and associated communication and behavioural differences, within the education and training sector.What You'll Be Doing:
  • Supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups under the guidance of specialist teachers and therapists
  • Implementing individual education and behaviour support plans
  • Assisting in the delivery of therapeutic interventions
  • Working closely with a multi-disciplinary team including Speech & Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, and Educational Psychologists
  • Why This Role is Perfect for Psychology and Criminology Graduates:
  • A unique opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world setting
  • Develop a deeper understanding of child psychology, trauma-informed practice, and neurodiversity
Ideal experience if you're considering postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, or Therapeutic rolesCareer Progression:We believe in growing talent within the education and training environment. Many of our Clinical Teaching Assistants progress internally onto our Clinical Pathway, stepping into roles such as:
  • Assistant Psychologist
  • Behaviour Specialist
  • Clinical Support Worker
This Clinical Teaching Assistant role offers a clear route into the clinical and therapeutic professions, with mentorship and development opportunities provided throughout.Ideal Candidate:
  • A degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related field
  • Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs
  • Calm, empathetic, and resilient with strong communication skills
  • Ability to commute to Kempston.
  • Committed to a long-term career within education, mental health, or social care
Apply for this Clinical Teaching Assistant in Kempston position today! Interviews are taking place in the coming weeks.

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