Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Dudley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Pension contributions

Safeguarding training

Refer a friend bonus

Regular contact during registration

Job summary

Flourish Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work at one of our partner primary schools in Russells Hall, Dudley. This full-time position starts as soon as possible and is ongoing, with 1:1 support for a non-verbal Reception pupil with Autism.

The successful candidate will assist with communication, use visual aids, encourage engagement in activities, and help the pupil access learning to meet individual needs. The role is based in Dudley and commutable from nearby areas.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Experience supporting children with Autism in UK primary/EYFS.
• Knowledge of non-verbal support strategies and visual communication aids.
• EYFS curriculum and play-based learning.
• Patient, nurturing, adaptable with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a non-verbal Reception pupil with Autism.
• Supporting the pupil's communication and understanding through visual aids and alternative communication strategies.
• Encouraging participation in classroom activities, play-based learning and daily routines.
• Adapting learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs and support their development.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support strategies and monitor progress.

Skills

1:1 support

Autism support

EYFS knowledge

Visual communication

Play-based learning

Teamwork

Education

TA Level 2

TA Level 3

Job description

Flourish Education are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work at one of our partner primary schools in Russells Hall, Dudley. This is a full-time position starting as soon as possible and is ongoing.

The school require a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a non-verbal Reception pupil with Autism. The role will focus on supporting the pupil's communication, encouraging engagement in classroom activities and helping them access learning in a way that meets their individual needs.

The school takes great pride in its strong community connections and the welcoming, respectful and friendly pupils who attend. Its dedicated and passionate staff work together to provide a high standard of education, ensuring children from Gornal and the surrounding areas are supported to achieve their full potential.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a non-verbal Reception pupil with Autism.
• Supporting the pupil's communication and understanding through appropriate visual aids and alternative communication strategies.
• Encouraging participation in classroom activities, play-based learning and daily routines.
• Adapting learning activities to meet the pupil's individual needs and support their development.
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to implement appropriate support strategies and monitor progress.

Required Skills and Experience as a Teaching Assistant:

• Teaching Assistant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification.
• Previous experience supporting children with Autism or additional communication needs within a UK primary school or Early Years setting.
• An understanding of strategies used to support non-verbal pupils, including visual communication aids.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and play-based learning.
• A patient, nurturing and adaptable approach, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• £92.59 to £100.00 per day, equating to £18,055 to £19,500 per annum based on working 5 days a week for a full school year (195 days), dependent on experience and days worked.
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension Contributions
• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

This Teaching Assistant position is based in Russells Hall, Dudley and is easily commutable from Brierley Hill, Kingswinford, Stourbridge, Sedgley, Gornal and Tipton.

Legal:

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.