Autism (ASD) Specialist Teaching Assistant - near Preston
Autism (ASD) Specialist Teaching Assistant
SEN
TA
Early Years (Reception class)
Preston
Full time position
£90-£98 per day
'Good' school ASD Teaching Assistant Information:
For this position you will need to be an experienced Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant who has worked with young pupils on the Autism spectrum.
You will need a strong understanding of the autism spectrum and how to use specific IEP's to provide effective support to this pupil.
You will have to be able to keep the pupil focused on their work and be aware of any particular triggers that may cause a behavioural reaction.
Should there be a reaction, having a variety of de-escalating techniques to help control the pupil and the situation.
Working with SEN pupils has to be a passion, as everyday will propose different obstacles for you to overcome.
It can be a very challenging and emotionally testing position, but having resilience and tenacity to persevere will be key in succeeding.
Although this is a challenging role, it is hugely rewarding, seeing a pupil progress under your guidance is uplifting and makes all the tough times worthwhile.School Information:
This Primary school is committed to providing children with the very best education so that they all fulfil their potential and develop a lasting love of learning and sense of curiosity in the world around them.
The school are very eager to celebrate all pupil's achievements and believe that pupils who feel proud and confident in their work will behave better and be harder working later on in life.
The curriculum the school provides is stimulating, rich and creative allowing the continual teaching of core subjects to be balanced by imaginative opportunities.
This school is held in very high regard around the Preston area and Lancashire. It is a superb to work in and they will provide additional training to help your professional development and career progression.
This is a long term, full time position starting immediately, if you are interested in this position then please apply with an up to date CV or please call Chris on (phone number removed) to discuss this role in further detail.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community
Salary description
£90.00 - £98.00 per day