Autism Teaching Assistant — Flexible Shifts, Paid Training

Autismo East Midlands; England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive induction and CPD

Paid job-related qualifications

Free DBS check

Employer pension scheme

Friendly work environment

Refer a friend scheme

Blue Light Card access

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Autism East Midlands is seeking qualified teaching assistants to support teachers in delivering high-quality education tailored to pupils’ needs. The role may be full-time, part-time or casual hours during term-time only, with extensive induction and CPD opportunities.

You will assist with learning, provide intimate care as required, and work within safeguarding guidelines to ensure a safe, supportive environment for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Qualified teaching assistant qualifications required.
• Comfortable providing intimate care.
• Ability to support pupils with autism using individualised approaches.

Responsibilities

• Co-operate with Headteacher and staff to provide a caring, safe environment for pupils.
• Foster good relationships with staff, parents and professionals.
• Plan and implement programmes of work for pupils as directed by teachers.
• Support pupils to access learning, using autism specific approaches, in 1:1 and group settings.
• Attend and contribute to classroom, curriculum, staff and mandatory training meetings.
• Support pupils in community settings, including college links.
• Liaise with families and external agencies while keeping confidentiality.
• Contribute to pupil records and reports with teachers and specialist staff.
• Maintain links with parents through home school diaries and meetings.
• Promote self-advocacy and respect for dignity.
• Work within equal opportunity guidelines and respect diversity.
• Safeguard pupils and maintain welfare and safety in accordance with policies.
• Understand and manage pupil behaviour following guidelines.
• Report significant developments or behavioural difficulties to the Class Coordinator.
• Assist with supervision at breaks, mealtimes and toilet training as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, safe physical environment and display areas.
• Promote hygiene and welfare for pupils.
• Comply with health and safety policies and Autism East Midlands procedures.

Job description

Autism East Midlands is seeking qualified teaching assistants to support teachers in delivering high-quality education tailored to pupils’ needs. The role may be full-time, part-time or casual hours during term-time only, with extensive induction and CPD opportunities.

You will assist with learning, provide intimate care as required, and work within safeguarding guidelines to ensure a safe, supportive environment for all pupils.