SEN Teaching Assistant (Autism)

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking Teaching Assistants to join a specialist school in the Rossendale area. The role involves supporting pupils aged 7-19 with autism, with potential for permanent placement following a temporary start. You may work across two school sites, so flexibility and the ability to travel between locations are essential.

Ideal candidates will have prior school experience, a patient, caring approach and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Previous experience 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 drive, as travel between two school sites may be required.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning, development and wellbeing.
• May work across two school sites, so flexibility and the ability to travel between locations are essential.

Skills

School experience

Pupil support

Autism awareness

Relationship building

Patient and caring

Travel between sites

Job description

Teaching Assistant

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