Teaching Assistant

Qteg; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team and support a child in Year 2 who has ASD. You will provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day, helping with learning, communication and confidence while promoting independence.

Experience with ASD or additional needs is highly valued, and familiarity with PECS or Makaton would be ideal. You will work closely with the class teacher to create a positive, inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs.
• Ability to provide consistent 1:1 support throughout the day.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a Year 2 child with ASD.
• Assist learning, communication, social development and independence.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and support team to implement plans.

Skills

1:1 support

ASD experience

communication skills

Tools

PECS

Makaton

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Southwark – £95-£115 per day – Primary School – ASAP Start

Teaching Assistant required for a primary school in Southwark

Teaching Assistant required to start ASAP

Teaching Assistant required to support a child with ASD in Year 2

Ideally, the successful Teaching Assistant will have experience using PECS or Makaton

Are you looking for a Teaching Assistant role within a primary school?

Do you have experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs?

Are you confident providing 1:1 support and helping children develop their communication, confidence and independence?

If you answered YES, then this Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Role

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. You will be working closely with a child in Year 2 who has ASD, providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.The successful Teaching Assistant will support the child with their learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation, helping them to access the curriculum and become increasingly independent within the classroom.Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other additional needs would be highly advantageous. Experience using PECS or Makaton would be ideal, although candidates with strong relevant experience supporting children with communication and learning needs will also be considered.You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to ensure the child receives consistent and appropriate support throughout the school day. Building a positive and trusting relationship with the child will be an important part of the role.

The School

This is a welcoming primary school in Southwark with a strong community feel and a supportive staff team. The school has approximately 300 pupils aged 2–11 years old and provides a friendly, inclusive environment where staff work closely together to support pupils’ individual needs.The school is rated Good by Ofsted and offers a well-resourced and supportive setting for both pupils and staff. You will be joining an experienced team that values inclusion, communication and positive relationships.The school is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the nearest station, making it easily accessible by public transport. Please note that there is no parking available at the school.

Job Ref:

MW0118

Length:

Permanent