Autism Teaching Assistant - Wantage. Job in Wantage Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; Wantage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team in Wantage. This role involves providing essential support to a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a mainstream Primary school environment. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification and have experience working with ASD and challenging behaviours. Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential, along with excellent communication abilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a child's educational journey while working in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification; degree preferred.
• Experience with non-verbal and high-functioning ASD.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with ASD in a mainstream Primary school.
• Work confidently with challenging behaviour and provide behaviour support.

Skills

Experience with Autism

Behaviour Support Skills

Confidence with Challenging Behaviour

Good Communication Skills

Strong Literacy and Numeracy Skills

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Degree

Job description

ASD Teaching Assistant - Wantage - ASAP Start

SEN Teaching Assistant Required at Mainstream Primary School - Autism Support (ASD)

89 - 95 per day dependent on experience

Do you have experience working with Autism?

A mainstream Primary school in Wantage is looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant to support a child with ASD. The successful candidate will be experienced in working with ASD, SEMH, and have skills in behaviour support.

Responsibilities

The Primary School is ideally looking for:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification but ideally a degree
• Experience working with ASD in any setting
• Confidence to work with challenging behaviour
• Team teach training or similar
• Experience working with non-verbal ASD &/or high functioning
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE's in Maths and English - C or above)
• Good communication skills

If you have experience in a similar role and would like to know more, please get in touch. You can apply directly to this advert.

I look forward to your application!