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Aspiring Art Therapist
Aspiring Art Therapist Maidenhead- Learning Support Assistant, Maidenhead
Start Date: September 3rd, 2025
Are you a creative graduate passionate about supporting children with special educational needs (SEN)? Are you exploring a future career in art therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, or educational psychology? This Learning Support Assistant role in Maidenhead could be the perfect first step.
You'll be joining a well-regarded specialist school for children aged 4 to 16 with high-support autism, profound and multiple learning difficulties, and complex needs. This school is a vibrant and creative environment, offering outstanding opportunities to engage pupils through art, music, play, and drama therapy.
Music therapy in this setting involves using music to support the emotional, social, and cognitive development of students. As part of the team, you'll help facilitate music-based activities--such as singing, playing instruments, and improvisation--to help students express themselves, build communication skills, and enhance emotional well-being.
This is an ideal opportunity for graduates looking to gain real-world experience in an SEN environment before pursuing a therapeutic or educational career. You'll collaborate closely with experienced teachers and specialists, learning how to support children across a range of complex needs.
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The curriculum is designed around 12 key domains, ensuring holistic student development. These include:

• Independent Living
• Employment Skills (Pre-requisites & Functional)
• Community Inclusion
• Health and Wellbeing
• Communication and Social Skills
• STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths)
• Academic Literacy, Maths, Science, and ICT

Role Details:

• Location: Maidenhead
• Pay: 101.40 to 105 per day
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:45 pm
• Start: September 3rd, 2025
• Duration: Full academic year, with potential to extend or become permanent

What You'll Gain:

• Hands-on experience supporting children with autism and complex needs
• Exposure to a high-support SEN setting using ABA and CBT strategies
• Valuable insight into SEN, mental health, and therapeutic practices
• The chance to test and refine your career path before committing to postgraduate study

Who We're Looking For:

• Graduates with a creative background in art, music, drama, or related fields
• Individuals enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of children with SEN
• Patient, adaptable, and committed team players
• Aspiring therapists, psychologists, or SEN professionals seeking practical experience

If you're a creative and compassionate graduate looking to take the first step toward a meaningful career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to start your journey in this rewarding role.
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