SEND TA: Medical Needs, Down’s & ASD

Axcis Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Axcis Education in Wallington is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with medical needs, Down’s syndrome and ASD. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils feel confident, included and supported throughout their school day.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to support communication, social development and independence, including personal care when required.

Qualifications

• Qualified SEND Teaching Assistant role
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, Down’s syndrome and medical needs preferred
• Comfortable assisting with personal care and medical requirements
• Able to adapt approach to meet individual needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with ASD, Down’s syndrome, medical needs and complex SEND
• Provide one-to-one and small group support where required
• Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• Support communication, social development and independence
• Assist with personal care and medical needs where required
• Support pupils with their individual learning activities
• Encourage confidence, engagement and participation
• Help pupils develop their communication, social and life skills
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and other specialist staff
• Help create a safe, positive and nurturing learning environment

Skills

SEND experience

ASD/Down’s syndrome knowledge

Personal care support

Reliable & flexible

Strong communicator

Team player

Job description

Axcis Education in Wallington is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with medical needs, Down’s syndrome and ASD. You will provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils feel confident, included and supported throughout their school day.

You will work closely with teachers and therapists to support communication, social development and independence, including personal care when required.