Special Needs Teaching Assistant – Autism Support & Inclusion

Cage Green Primary School; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Trust initiatives

Peer networking

Supportive governance

Active PTAs

Wellbeing package

Job summary

Cage Green Primary School, home to the Phoenix Centre for Autism, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its Specialist Resource Provision. You will work with pupils with autism, delivering tailored support and helping them access learning in a safe, inclusive environment.

Working under the guidance of teachers and a multidisciplinary team, you will support learning, wellbeing, behaviour management and participation in personalised activities.

Qualifications

• We are looking for someone who has a compassionate and nurturing approach
• Is resilient, flexible, and proactive
• Has a strong commitment to supporting children with additional needs
• Has the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Has a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Is adaptable and has a thirst for change

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing and social development
• Delivering targeted interventions and monitoring progress
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence and inclusion
• Assisting with classroom activities, resources and assessments
• Liaising with staff, professionals and families to support pupil progress

Skills

Compassionate

Team player

Flexible

Proactive

SEN commitment

Job description

Cage Green Primary School, home to the Phoenix Centre for Autism, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its Specialist Resource Provision. You will work with pupils with autism, delivering tailored support and helping them access learning in a safe, inclusive environment.

Working under the guidance of teachers and a multidisciplinary team, you will support learning, wellbeing, behaviour management and participation in personalised activities.