Specialist Teaching Assistant - PLMD, Autism

Aspire People; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education agency is seeking an enthusiastic Specialist Teaching Assistant in Willenhall, UK, to support children with diverse learning needs. This full-time position involves assisting with tailored learning plans and managing children's social, emotional, and behavioral needs in a supportive environment. Candidates should have a qualification related to teaching assistance or a relevant degree, and experience with special educational needs is preferred but not essential. The role offers professional development opportunities and a chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive consultant access

Impactful role in children's lives

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with special educational needs preferred.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Skills in managing social and emotional needs in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Support children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.
• Assist in delivering tailored learning plans.
• Help manage social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Encourage communication through various strategies.
• Support students with physical and sensory needs.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to monitor progress.

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Patient

Flexible

Proactive

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant degree

Job description

Specialist Teaching Assistant - PLMD, Autism

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with diverse learning needs?

We are looking for a motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic Specialist Teaching Assistant to join one of our client specialists primary schools in Trafford.

This exciting opportunity offers you the chance to work with children who have moderate to complex learning difficulties, as well as challenges in communication & interaction, social, emotional and mental health, and sensory or physical/medical needs. Your role will be crucial in helping pupils reach their potential and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting children on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning plans to meet individual needs
• Helping to manage social, emotional, and behavioural needs in a supportive environment
• Encouraging communication and interaction through a range of strategies and tools
• Supporting students with physical and sensory needs, ensuring full participation in the curriculum
• Collaborating with the teaching team to monitor progress and adapt support as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and patient
• Committed to improving the educational experience of children with special educational needs
• Able to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Flexible, proactive, and able to think on your feet
• Experience of working with children with learning difficulties or special educational needs is preferred but not essential
• A relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, is desirable OR a relevant degree

What We Offer

• A supportive and dedicated consultant working alongside you
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you can make a real impact in children's lives
• Full-time, Monday to Friday, term time only

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.