Aspiring Child Counsellor - Burgess Hill
Education - SEN - Aspiring Child Counsellor - SEN Learning Support Assistant - Psychology - Criminology - Sociology
Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology looking to build hands-on experience working with SEN children and young people as an Aspiring Child Counsellor?
The School & Role
This school in Burgess Hill is a supportive and inclusive special school for pupils aged 2-19 with a range of needs, including autism, communication difficulties, and complex learning needs. Their multidisciplinary approach provides a unique environment for developing your understanding of behaviour, emotional regulation, and therapeutic support strategies.
This Aspiring Child Counsellor / Learning Support Assistant (LSA) role in Burgess Hill is ideal for graduates seeking experience before progressing into careers such as Child Counselling, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Youth Justice, or Mental Health Support.
You will work closely with experienced staff and therapists to support pupils' emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and access to learning.
Key Responsibilities for an Aspiring Child Counsellor / LSA
What We're Looking For
What You'll Gain
Start date September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you
Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils
Monday to Friday, 08:45 to 16:00, PAYE, term time only
£93-£105 per day
You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate
Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics if interested in the Special Needs Teaching Assistant role in Burgess Hill:
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