We're recruiting dedicated ASD, SEN teaching assistant professionals to support pupils with special needs, specifically autism, in this supportive educational environment with flexible hours available.
YOUR ROLE As an SEN teaching assistant, you'll be:
Supporting pupils with autism through tailored learning approaches in our specialist special needs setting
Working as a committed teaching assistant with primary-aged pupils, building positive relationships with children who have special needs including autism
Providing essential personal care support whilst maintaining dignity for pupils
Collaborating with special needs teachers to create inclusive learning experiences for pupils with autism and varying requirements
Assisting with daily routines and specialised equipment as a dedicated teaching assistant in our special needs school
Recording detailed observations of pupil progress within our autism-focused educational framework
Supporting behaviour management strategies tailored to individual special needs and autism requirementsOUTSTANDING BENEFITS
TERM-TIME ONLY CONTRACT - holidays off!
Pay reviewed after 12 weeks based on performance
Flexible working hours available
Vibrant, supportive community of teaching assistant and special needs professionals
Very well-equipped and resourced school with beautiful grounds
Onsite parking provided
Challenging but highly rewarding work with pupils with autism and special needsIDEAL TEACHING ASSISTANT CANDIDATE We're seeking enthusiastic individuals with genuine passion for special needs education who demonstrate resilience when supporting pupils with autism.
Essential qualities:
Enthusiastic & dedicated personality
Experience supporting pupils with special needs, especially autism (ASD)
Background in educational settings as a teaching assistant - primary age range preferable
Strong communication abilities suitable for special needs environments
Proactive, committed, resilient and reliable approach to teaching assistant responsibilities
Willingness to provide personal care support to pupils with autism and special needs
Team Teach certification highly desirable (or willingness to train)
Knowledge of Makaton and physical restraint/team teach training (MAPA, PRICE) advantageous - training can be arrangedAPPLY NOW Click 'ApplyNow' for this rewarding teaching assistant position at our outstanding special needs school, or contact Emma Heyes @ SANZA Teaching Agency for more information about this autism support role on E:
SANZA Teaching Agency are part of the Abaco Group and sister company to Tradewind Recruitment
Salary description
£90.00 - £120.00 per day