SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialist education setting

Temporary role with potential to perm

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is recruiting up to four Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in the Rossendale area serving pupils aged 7–19 with autism. This temporary role offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You will support pupils with learning, development and wellbeing, and may travel between two school sites, so flexibility and reliable transport are essential. Experience in a school setting is desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school setting is essential.
• Experience supporting junior and/or secondary-aged pupils is desirable.
• An understanding of autism is desirable.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.
• A patient, caring and supportive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning, development and wellbeing.
• Assist across two school sites; travel between locations may be required.
• Contribute to safeguarding and promoting welfare of pupils.

Skills

School-based experience

Interpersonal skills

Travel between sites

Patience and empathy

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Rossendale area
• Contract: Temporary initially, with the potential to become permanent
• Start date: Over the first couple of weeks of November
• Positions available: Up to 4

We are recruiting up to four enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in the Rossendale area.

The school supports children and young people aged 7-19 with autism, providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant or education professional looking to develop their career within a specialist setting and make a meaningful difference to the lives of young people.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing. You may work across two school sites, so flexibility and the ability to travel between locations are essential.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school setting is essential
• Experience supporting junior and/or secondary-aged pupils
• An understanding of, or experience working with, autism is desirable
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people
• A patient, caring and supportive approach
• Ability to drive, as travel between two school sites may be required
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work in a specialist education setting
• A rewarding role supporting children and young people with autism
• Temporary work with the potential to become permanent
• The chance to develop your experience and skills within education
• A supportive and inclusive school environment

If you are passionate about supporting young people and are interested in this Teaching Assistant opportunity, please get in touch to find out more.