121 Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Leicester; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An ethical, independent recruitment agency is seeking passionate Autism Specialist Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools. In this fulfilling role, you will support students with moderate learning difficulties and autism, providing tailored interventions and classroom assistance. This is an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children while working in a supportive environment. If you are committed to education and eager to advance your career, we want to hear from you. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of students with special needs!

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Direct links to local schools

Dedicated Consultants

Commitment to quality and safeguarding

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child protection.
• Experience with a variety of additional needs, such as SEMH and severe learning challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized interventions for students with autism and learning difficulties.
• Collaborate with experts and participate in evaluations and reporting.

Skills

Behavior Management

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Expertise

Passion for Assisting Young People

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate

Work Visa for the UK

Job description

GSL Education are currently recruiting Autism Specialist Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools. You will be working with students who have been identified as having moderate learning difficulties and autism on a 1:1 and small group basis. You will provide individualized interventions for the students in your care in addition to regular classroom support.

Key responsibilities:

1. Participate in the oral and written evaluation, recording, and reporting of the child's development, progress, and accomplishments.
2. As requested by management and fellow teachers, take part in school meetings that are pertinent to the child.
3. Encourage the deployment of behavioral intervention programs for students with special needs, developmental delays, or autism that are 1:1 in nature.
4. Collaborate with experts as needed to support the child.

The applicants must meet the following requirements for this particular role:

1. Enhanced DBS Certificate or willing to complete one.
2. Passionate about assisting young people with special needs.
3. Possess a work visa for the UK.
4. Strong commitment to safeguarding.
5. Possess Exceptional Needs (SEN) expertise, preferably with a variety of additional needs, such as SEMH and severe learning challenges.
6. Vivacious, charming, and assured in your approach to behavior management.

GSL Education offers:

1. Competitive rates of pay
2. Direct links to local schools
3. Dedicated Consultants who will support your employment needs
4. Commitment to quality and safeguarding.

This is a wonderful chance to work at a top Leicester school and truly impact the lives of young children. We want to hear from you if you have a strong commitment to education and are looking to advance in your career.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced child DBS on the update service or be willing to apply for a new one.

If you would like to apply for the above job, please apply via the application link, or call Judith Barker at GSL Education.

GSL Education is an ethical, independent recruitment agency serving teachers across the UK.