Autism Learning Support Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Winchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Eine inklusive und gut etablierte Grundschule in Winchester sucht zwei engagierte Lernunterstützungsassistenten, die sich leidenschaftlich für die Unterstützung von Kindern mit Autismus-Spektrum-Störungen einsetzen. In diesem vorwärtsdenkenden Umfeld werden die LSAs eng mit Lehrern und anderen Fachleuten zusammenarbeiten, um maßgeschneiderte Lernangebote zu schaffen und die Schüler in ihrer Entwicklung zu unterstützen. Diese Position bietet die Möglichkeit, in einem positiven und unterstützenden Team zu arbeiten, das sich der Förderung von Inklusion und Vielfalt verschrieben hat. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Arbeit mit Kindern mit besonderen Bedürfnissen haben, freuen wir uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Benefits

Fortbildungsmöglichkeiten

Unterstützendes Team

Positive Arbeitsumgebung

Engagement für Inklusion

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der Arbeit mit Kindern mit besonderen Bildungsbedürfnissen ist wünschenswert.
• Starke Kommunikations- und zwischenmenschliche Fähigkeiten sind erforderlich.

Responsibilities

• Unterstützung von Kindern mit ASD im Klassenzimmer und bei Aktivitäten.
• Zusammenarbeit mit Lehrern zur Umsetzung individueller Bildungspläne.

Skills

Erfahrung mit ASD

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Geduld

Flexibilität

Education

Qualifikationen im Bereich Sonderpädagogik

Job description

An inclusive and well establsihed Special Needs primary school in Winchester is seeking two enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to join their team. These roles are specifically for an ASD-focused Key Stage 2 class, and the successful candidates will be working closely with children with a range of special educational needs.

Role Overview: The LSAs will be responsible for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their educational journey. The role will involve assisting the class teacher and other LSAs in delivering tailored learning experiences and helping students to engage with their lessons. The successful candidates will need to be proactive, providing both academic and emotional support to pupils, ensuring that they are fully included in all school activities. They will also work closely with other professionals and parents to develop effective strategies that support the students' learning needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one and group support to children with ASD

• Assisting with the delivery of differentiated lessons and activities

• Helping to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviours in a calm and positive manner

• Promoting inclusion and participation within the class

• Supporting the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

• Encouraging the development of social skills and independence

• Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO, and other staff members to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children

About the School: This welcoming and inclusive school in Winchester prides itself on providing a nurturing environment for all its students. It is a place where both children and staff are valued and supported, and a strong emphasis is placed on the well-being and development of every individual. The school is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive school culture, where all students have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

The school offers:

• A collaborative and supportive team of staff

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• A positive and friendly working environment

• A focus on providing tailored support to students with additional needs

• A commitment to promoting inclusion and diversity across all aspects of school life

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with children with ASD is desirable but not essential

• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting children

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A compassionate and patient attitude, with the ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively

• A genuine passion for helping children with special educational needs

• A commitment to promoting inclusion and ensuring the success of all students

If you are passionate about supporting children with ASD and are looking to join a dedicated team in a supportive and forward-thinking school, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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