1:1 Teaching Assistant - Autism Support

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned education agency in Leicester Forest East seeks a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a primary school-aged child with autism. The role offers full-time hours in a nurturing environment, starting January 2025. Candidates should have experience with SEN and a compassionate approach. Competitive daily rate offered, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

100 per day, paid weekly

Continuous professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism or special educational needs (SEN) preferred.
• A patient, understanding, and empathetic approach is essential.
• Strong communication skills with children and colleagues are needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with autism in a primary school setting.
• Assist with the child's learning, communication, and emotional development.
• Help create strategies for positive behaviour and engagement.

Skills

Experience with children with autism

Patient and empathetic approach

Strong communication skills

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Autism Support

Location: Lutterworth, Leicestershire
Start Date: January 2025
Rate: 100 per day
Contract: Full-time, 5 days a week

Aspire People are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work with a primary school-aged child with autism. This rewarding role will be based at a well-respected primary school in Lutterworth and is set to begin in January 2025.

As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to a child with autism, helping them to access the curriculum, engage in classroom activities, and develop their social and emotional skills. Your support will enable the child to thrive in a structured and nurturing environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference in a child's educational journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a child with autism in a primary school setting
• Assist with the child's learning, communication, and emotional development
• Work closely with the class teacher and special educational needs (SEN) coordinator to ensure the child's individual needs are met
• Support the child during break times, transitions, and in the classroom to ensure they feel comfortable and included
• Help create and implement strategies for positive behaviour and engagement

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children with autism or special educational needs (SEN) is preferred
• A patient, understanding, and empathetic approach
• A proactive and flexible attitude, able to adapt to the child's individual needs
• Strong communication skills, both with children and colleagues
• A commitment to making a positive impact on a child's education

What Aspire People Offer

• 100 per day, paid weekly
• Full-time, Monday to Friday role
• A supportive, friendly team and school environment
• Continuous professional development opportunities

If you're passionate about supporting children with autism and are looking for a fulfilling role in education, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

To apply or for more information, please email Matt at .

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.