Autism Support Teaching Assistant — Empower Students to Thrive

OFG Education; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education's Longdon Park School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support autistic students and help them build confidence and independence. The role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a nurturing environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally.

You'll join a permanent, term-time offering with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £23,080.50 per annum.

Qualifications

• Patience in dealing with autistic students and their individual needs.
• Empathy and nurturing approach to student wellbeing.
• Strong communication with students, families and colleagues.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow teacher guidance.
• Organised and capable of managing multiple tasks in a classroom setting.
• Understanding of SEND environments and positive behaviour support.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom to access learning and achieve goals.
• Build positive relationships to help students develop confidence and independence.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning experiences.
• Support students with communication, emotional regulation and social development.
• Promote a safe, inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with education, care and family teams to ensure consistent support.
• Help manage behaviour and encourage resilience and self-control.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Organised

Autism awareness

Job description

OFG Education's Longdon Park School in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support autistic students and help them build confidence and independence. The role involves working as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a nurturing environment where every learner can thrive academically and personally.

You'll join a permanent, term-time offering with 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £23,080.50 per annum.