Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support Secondary students with Autism and ADHD. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work in a special school that prioritizes individual educational needs and personal development. You will play a crucial role in fostering a therapeutic learning environment, helping students thrive both academically and socially. With a commitment to staff training and development, this position promises a rewarding experience for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of students. If you are ready to embrace this challenge, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Free child protection training

On-site parking

Access to various therapies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding of Autism and special educational needs.
• Ability to support students both inside and outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1 to 1 or in small groups.
• Collaborate with the Class Teacher and prepare classroom resources.
• Supervise break and lunch times.

Skills

Empathy

Understanding of Autism

Teamwork

Classroom Management

Education

Relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

Are you looking for a challenging, rewarding new role?
Do you have a passion for working in education?
Can you work independently as well as part of a team?
If so, we want to hear from you!

Here at Teaching Personnel, we are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant to work at one of our SEND schools in Aylesbury.
Postcode: HP20

This role involves working with Secondary students with ASC and ADHD. They are seeking a Teaching Assistant who can take an empathetic and proactive approach, and support learning across the school.
The successful applicant must have an understanding of Autism.

Information about the school:
It is a special school which caters for students who have moderate to severe learning difficulties. There are currently 105 students at the main site. The school follows a primary model and is designed to meet individual educational needs and develop social and personal skills. The curriculum is organised to give students the opportunity to experience and explore different subjects. They provide high quality education and care and students have access to a range of therapies, multi-agency professionals and a team of therapists who support students’ needs. They offer an excellent training package for staff together with a fantastic opportunity to become part of an innovative and forward thinking team who are providing a therapeutic and unique learning environment for its pupils. All students have access to swimming at their primary site, a rebound centre and purpose built outdoor spaces including a MUGA (multi use games area) and playground equipment.
They are close to bus and train links and on-site parking is available for staff.

Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Working 1 to 1 or with small groups
- Supporting the students inside and outside the classroom
- Supervising break and lunch times
- Being a role model
- Preparing the classroom and resources
- Collaboratively working with the Class Teacher
- Reporting any observations on progress, well-being and behaviours
- Supporting to de-escalate challenging behaviours
- Attending regular training and meetings when required

Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30-3:30pm.
Full time only – no part time accepted.
Pay:
£90 - £100+ per day – negotiated if successful.
Permanent opportunity.
If you are interested in this role please get in touch now!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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