1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant — ASD & Complex Needs

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD in Bolton is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs. This full-time role starts ASAP with the potential to become permanent, providing consistent, individualized support throughout the school day.

The role focuses on building trust, facilitating communication, routines, and participation, working closely with the class teacher to create a safe, supportive learning environment and positive

Qualifications

• Commitment to learning, communication and development for a child with complex SEND.
• Previous experience supporting children with ASD and high needs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Dedicated 1:1 support - providing consistent, close supervision and individualised support throughout the school day.
• ASD and complex needs - supporting a child with high levels of need, including significant barriers to communication and engagement.
• Learning and development - balancing the child's individual needs with meaningful learning opportunities, encouraging progress, independence and participation wherever possible.
• Communication support - using patience, creativity and appropriate strategies to help the child communicate, interact and express their needs.
• Consistency and routine - creating a safe, predictable environment and working closely with the class teacher and wider team to maintain a consistent approach.
• Positive relationships - developing trust with the child while remaining calm, nurturing and resilient when faced with challenging situations.

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD in Bolton is seeking a dedicated 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to support a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs. This full-time role starts ASAP with the potential to become permanent, providing consistent, individualized support throughout the school day.

The role focuses on building trust, facilitating communication, routines, and participation, working closely with the class teacher to create a safe, supportive learning environment and positive