Level 3 TA for SEN & ASD Resource Provision

St James' CofE Primary School Gorton; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St James CE Primary School in Manchester seeks an experienced Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join a 12-place ASD resource provision. You will support children with autism and language needs, applying PECS/Makaton and visual strategies, while building calm, consistent routines in a collaborative team setting.

You will work part-time during term time, with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils to communicate, regulate, learn and thrive. Visits to the school are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Holds a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Has proven experience of working successfully with children with high-level and complex ASD needs - this is essential.
• Strong practical understanding of autism, including communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation and behaviour.
• Can remain calm, confident and consistent when supporting children with complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.
• Understands that behaviour is communication and can look beyond the behaviour to identify and respond to the child's underlying need.
• Can adapt learning and use individualised approaches to help every child experience success.
• Can use visual communication and structured approaches to promote understanding, independence and engagement.
• Builds warm, trusting relationships while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries.
• Is resilient, positive, flexible and ready to get involved.
• Works brilliantly as part of a team and communicates effectively with families and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism and language/communication needs in a dedicated resource provision.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to implement individualised learning approaches.
• Contribute to a warm, inclusive school community and support development of communication skills.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Communication with families

Adaptability

Behaviour management

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

St James CE Primary School in Manchester seeks an experienced Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join a 12-place ASD resource provision. You will support children with autism and language needs, applying PECS/Makaton and visual strategies, while building calm, consistent routines in a collaborative team setting.

You will work part-time during term time, with a commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupils to communicate, regulate, learn and thrive. Visits to the school are encouraged.