Autism Experience Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Axcis Education is recruiting two SEND Teaching Assistants to join an ASD provision at a secondary school in Barnet, North London. One full-time and one part-time position start at the beginning of November, after half-term, to support secondary pupils with ASD to access learning and develop independence.

You will work closely with teachers and support staff in a safe, structured and inclusive environment, helping pupils manage their needs and engage in school life, with safeguarding and DBS

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly ASD.
• Patient, compassionate and adaptable.
• Strong communication and behaviour-support skills.
• Confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged pupils with ASD to access learning and participate in class activities.
• Help pupils develop independence and manage their needs.
• Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to maintain a safe, structured learning environment.

Skills

SEND experience

ASD experience

Patience

Behaviour support

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistant Vacancies – ASD Provision Location: Barnet, North London Start Date: Beginning of November, following half-term Positions Available: 1 Full-Time and 1 Part-Time Setting: Secondary School – ASD Provision We are currently recruiting for two SEND Teaching Assistants to work within an ASD provision at a secondary school in Barnet. There is one full-time position and one part-time position available, with both roles starting at the beginning of November, following half-term. The successful candidates will support secondary-aged pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping them access learning, develop independence, manage their needs, and engage positively in school life.

Ideal candidates will:

• Have experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly ASD.
• Be patient, compassionate, and adaptable.
• Have strong communication and behaviour-support skills.
• Be confident supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Be committed to providing a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

Additional Information: One full-time and one part-time vacancy. Both positions to start at the beginning of November, after half-term. Previous experience in a secondary school or specialist SEND setting is desirable. A personal car is essential. If you are passionate about supporting young people with additional needs and helping them achieve their potential, we would love to hear from you.

This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).

If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.

You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.

Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.

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