Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Cilfrew; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting on behalf of a primary ALN unit in Neath, supporting pupils aged 3-11 with Autism / ASD, including non-verbal pupils. The ALN Primary Teaching Assistant will work full-time on a temporary basis from after October half term, assisting with communication and engagement, and helping to maintain a calm learning environment.

TeacherActive provides ongoing support through a dedicated team, CPD courses, and market leading rates of pay; safeguarding and DBS compliance are

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with Autism/ ASD.
• Experience supporting non-verbal pupils.
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour.
• Patient and resilient approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Positive and adaptable attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the ASD unit and assist learning.
• Help manage challenging behaviour and maintain calm environments.
• Support non-verbal communication and ensure engagement with learning.

Skills

Autism/ ASD experience

Non-verbal pupil support

Behaviour management

Patient and resilient approach

Strong communication

Adaptable attitude

Job description

Are you confident supporting non-verbal pupils with their communication and engagement?

Can you effectively manage challenging behaviour while providing a calm and supportive learning environment?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary ALN unit in Neath supporting pupils aged 3-11 with Autism / ASD, including non-verbal pupils. The unit provides a supportive environment where pupils can develop their communication, independence and engagement with learning.

The school is looking to take on an ALN Primary Teaching Assistant on a full-time, temporary basis from after October half term. The successful ALN Primary Teaching Assistant will support pupils within the ASD unit, helping to manage challenging behaviour, support non-verbal communication and ensure pupils can engage positively with their learning.

The successful ALN Primary Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience supporting children with Autism / ASD
• Experience supporting non-verbal pupils
• Confidence managing challenging behaviour
• A patient and resilient approach
• Strong communication skills
• A positive and adaptable attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.