Senior Teaching Assistant: Complex Needs & Autism Support

Spring Common Academy; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Common Academy is seeking a teaching assistant level 4 cover specialist to support pupils with complex needs, including autism, within Horizons Education Trust’s area special school. You may work with any age group and will assist teachers in delivering high-quality lessons.

The ideal candidate will have Level 3 TA experience, proven ability to lead sessions for SLD/PMLD, and a commitment to safeguarding. DBS checks and references are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Teaching Assistant experience with demonstrated impact on learning.
• Experience leading a class session for children with SLD/PMLD is essential.
• Experience in safely deploying support staff to ensure wellbeing of children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning for pupils with complex needs, including autism.
• Work with a range of age groups within the school setting.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards and wellbeing.

Skills

Level 3 TA experience

Class session leadership (SLD/PMLD)

Deploying support staff

ICT & communication systems

Tools

ICT tools

Job description

Spring Common Academy is seeking a teaching assistant level 4 cover specialist to support pupils with complex needs, including autism, within Horizons Education Trust’s area special school. You may work with any age group and will assist teachers in delivering high-quality lessons.

The ideal candidate will have Level 3 TA experience, proven ability to lead sessions for SLD/PMLD, and a commitment to safeguarding. DBS checks and references are required.