Aspiring Child Counsellor
13 days ago
Camberley
Aspiring Child Counsellor - SEN Learning Support Assistant Opportunity \n Camberley - Surrey - SEN - Education - £93-105 \n Do you have a passion for supporting young people with additional needs? \n We are seeking a dedicated Aspiring Child Counsellor/SEN Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join a specialist provision within a mainstream secondary school based in Camberley. This role is ideal for anyone interested in becoming a Child Counsellor, as well as individuals with experience in education, care, or youth work, alongside recent or soon-to-be Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology graduates. \n \n About the Role \n As an Aspiring Child Counsellor/LSA, you will support pupils with moderate learning difficulties in a structured and nurturing environment. This position in Camberley offers valuable, hands-on experience for an Aspiring Child Counsellor, providing exposure to emotional support, behaviour management, and therapeutic approaches. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional needs\n, • Support emotional regulation and wellbeing\n, • Assist with a personalised and flexible curriculum\n, • Work closely with teachers and SEN professionals\n, • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils\n, • Help create a safe and supportive learning environment\n\n Who This Role Would Suit \n\n • Individuals looking to become a Child Counsellor\n, • Teaching Assistants or those with SEN experience\n, • Candidates from care, youth work, or support work backgrounds\n, • Graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or Sociology\n, • Anyone passionate about supporting children's mental health and development\n, • Can commute to Camberley\n\n What You'll Gain \n\n • Practical experience supporting children with SEN and SEMH needs\n, • Exposure to therapeutic approaches such as Thrive and emotional literacy support\n, • Experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams\n, • A strong foundation for careers in counselling, psychology, or education\n\n \n **Start date ASAP or September, trial days taking place to ensure the role and school is right for you \n **Fantastic on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all pupils \n **Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30, PAYE, term time only \n £103-£110 per day \n **You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship \n\n • Candidates registering with Academics will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate\n, • Apply now or contact Sam Price at Academics if interested in the Aspiring Child Counsellor role in Camberley:\n\n l \n Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.