ASD Teaching Assistant/Secondary

Remedy Education; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a dedicated ASD Teaching Assistant for a full-time position in a secondary school in East London. The role involves supporting students with autism, implementing behavior management techniques, and fostering positive relationships. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and experience in special education settings.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with behavioural challenges in education.
• Understanding of EHCPs and strategies for supporting students with ASD.
• Ability to show empathy, compassion, and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher with supervision of students with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Establish rapport and build positive relationships with students.
• Remain calm and composed in challenging situations.

Skills

Behaviour management techniques

Positive reinforcement strategies

De-escalation methods

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Empathy

Communication skills

Job description

ASD Teaching Assistant/Secondary Full Time Paid Trials East London

Job Description

Role: ASD Teaching Assistant/Secondary

Start: ASAP

Location: Newham, East London

Contract: Full Time

Rate: 95- 115 per day

At Remedy we are looking for a high performing ASD Teaching Assistant to work at one of our leading secondary schools in South East London specialist TA who is dedicated to supporting pupils with autism within a secondary school. As an ASD Teaching Assistant will be assisting the classroom teacher with supervision over the students who suffer from, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

The ideal candidate:

• Experience working with students with behavioural challenges, preferably in an educational or special education setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, positive reinforcement strategies, and de-escalation methods.
• Ability to establish rapport and build positive relationships with students, demonstrating patience, empathy, and understanding.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of students and the educational environment.

Requirements:

• Understanding of EHCPs and strategies for supporting students with ASD.
• Ability to show empathy, compassion and resilience
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• DBS (preferably on the update service)

If interested in this rewarding ASD Teaching Assistant please click apply or send your CV to Anelka Campbell at Remedy Education and we will aim to contact you within 24 hours.