Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Hull; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism in a dynamic educational environment. This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers to create tailored lessons that meet the diverse needs of students. You will provide essential 1:1 and group support, helping students enhance their communication and social skills. With a nurturing approach and a commitment to fostering positive relationships, you will play a crucial role in the students' academic and emotional development. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the resilience to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism.
• Knowledge of associated needs and behaviours linked to Autism.
• Calm, nurturing, and patient persona.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in planning lessons for students with autism.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with Autism.
• Help students develop communication and social skills.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Flexibility

Education

Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Health & Social Care

Psychology

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Location: Scarborough, North Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £83 - £100 per day

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism?

Do you have experience working with special educational needs in a school or care setting?

GSL Education are actively recruiting experienced Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to work at a Special Educational Needs School in Scarborough, North Yorkshire starting as soon as possible.

About the School:

• The school was rated as Good by Ofsted in 2024.
• The school supports a large number of students with a range of Special Needs and Disabilities.
• They have a comprehensive pastoral framework based on a caring ideology that fosters healthy relationships by promoting high standards and encouraged challenge.
• With an emphasis on communication and cognition, the school's Semi-Formal curriculum is broken down into six sections.
• In Key Stages 3 and 4, their goal is to promote independence and communication through relevant, real-world experiences, with a focus on the transference of skills.
• Throughout the academic year, the school hosts a number of signature events as part of its careers program.
• They pride ourselves on delivering tailored education that meets the unique needs of each student, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development.

Autism Teaching Assistants Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people with Autism (in a school, nursery, residential, or care setting).
• Have knowledge of associated needs and behaviours linked to Autism.
• A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health & Social Care, or Psychology) is desirable but not essential
• Have a calm, nurturing and patient persona.
• Be a flexible education practitioner, who can adapt quickly to situations.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to have one processed via GSL Education.

Autism Teaching Assistants Responsibilities:

• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and implementing lessons that accommodate the diverse needs of students with autism.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with Autism, both in class and during interventions
• Help students develop their communication and social skills.
• Collaborate with the teacher and other professionals to develop and implement behavior management plans.
• Collect data on student progress and behaviours.
• Foster positive relationships with students with autism.

As an Autism Specialist Teaching Assistants, it is vital to understand autism and the behaviours it can present. You should have a natural enthusiasm and positive outlook to engage and support young people. Having a good sense of humour and being resilient will prove vital to becoming a successful member of the team.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service

For more information, or to apply for the position, please send your CV to Kerry Fowler or call our Hull office today. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education website to apply online, or submit your up-to-date CV via the application link. We look forward to hearing from you!