Autism Classroom Assistant

Leader Recruitment Group; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an Autism Support Assistant for a Special Educational Needs school in Bedlington. This long-term position offers opportunities for personal development through free training, and it involves working closely with students to support their individual needs and enhance their learning experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Free mandatory training

Dedicated consultant support

Potential permanent contract

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with complex needs.
• Ability to follow school policies and procedures.
• Proactive personality and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with children 1:1 and in small groups.
• Support the teacher with planning lessons.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for students.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Supervision

Education

Enhanced DBS clearance

Job description

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Leader Education are seeking an Autism Support Assistant, for a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) school near Bedlington and Amble.

This position creates a fantastic opportunity for classroom development and a great way to get further exposure and experience within education. Leader Education can offer free training and continued personal development courses to further enhance the successful candidate's skills and training. This role will include working with children from Key Stage 1 through to 4 and will involve working 1:1 and in small groups. It is important for applicants to have had recent experience or a good knowledge on how to support children with complex needs.

It is desirable for applicants to be able to drive for this role.

The normal working pattern is Monday to Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm and is a long-term position.

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free mandatory training
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

The successful candidate will have:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or the willingness to obtain one
• An ability to follow instructions, school's policies and procedures
• The ability to work well in a team and be able work with others in a collaborative manner
• Be patient, considerate, and to be a good amount of compassionate
• A genuine interest for the well-being of all children
• To ability to support the teacher with planning lessons and activities within the educational setting
• A proactive personality and can assist with the preparation of materials for lessons
• Supervision skills towards the students during activities and outings
• Skills such as providing good communication towards staff members, parents, and carers
• Support the students with their individual needs
• Maintain the cleanliness and keep the student's environment safe and clear

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV or call us on 0191 300 4311.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.