Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Sheffield are looking for a Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to join the workforce of a specialist school in Sheffield 

Responsibilities:

Provide 1-2-1 support to students with diverse needs (Autism, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and behavioural challenges)
Support in fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every student feels values and supported
Collaborate with the staffing team within school to ensure that every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential
Requirements:

Experience working with children, young people or adults with special educational needs
Compassionate and patient character
Communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Ability to work with challenging behaviours 
Driving licence is preferred but is not required if you have adequate travel arrangements
Additional Information:

£95-110/day - Dependent on experience and performance
Permanent contracts available.
Full-time and part-time roles.
Psychology Students and Grads encouraged to apply
Support workers and Care assistants are also encouraged to apply

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children with special eductional needs,

please submit a cv, and our specialist SEND consultant will be in touch. 

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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