Teaching Assistant (ASC) Contract Full Time

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. seeks an ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant to support pupils with autism across a range of schools in Hounslow. You will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills and increase independence.

Ideal candidates are patient, calm and nurturing, with experience or willingness to learn PECS, Makaton or AAC. You will work with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families to implement EHCP outcomes and promote

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with ASC.
• Ability to adapt teaching approaches to individual needs.
• Strong communication with pupils, families and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide consistent 1:1 or small-group support.
• Help pupils access learning and participate in school life.
• Develop positive and trusting relationships with pupils.

Skills

ASC Knowledge

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

PECS

Makaton

AAC

Job description

ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant

Long-Term Competitive Pay Hounslow

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)? We are looking for caring, patient and dedicated ASC Specialist Teaching Assistants to support pupils with autism across a range of schools and educational settings.

The Role

As an ASC Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support to help pupils access learning, develop communication skills, build confidence and increase independence.

You may use a range of autism-specific strategies and approaches, including:

• PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System).
• Makaton and other sign-supported communication.
• Visual timetables, now-and-next boards and visual schedules.
• Communication boards, symbols and AAC technology.
• Clear, consistent and structured communication.
• Supporting sensory regulation and managing sensory needs.
• Supporting transitions and changes in routine, using positive reinforcement to encourage engagement and independence, supporting emotional regulation and reducing anxiety.

Your responsibilities may also include:

• Providing consistent 1:1 or small-group support.
• Supporting pupils to access learning and participate in school life.
• Developing positive and trusting relationships.
• Supporting communication, interaction and social skills.
• Encouraging independence and life skills.
• Supporting pupils with sensory, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families.
• Following individual support plans and EHCP outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Patient, calm and nurturing.
• Passionate about supporting children and young people with autism.
• Confident using or willing to learn communication strategies such as PECS and Makaton.
• Able to adapt their approach to individual sensory, communication and learning needs.
• Reliable, consistent and resilient.

Experience supporting children and young people with ASC is desirable. Experience with PECS, Makaton, AAC, visual communication systems, sensory support or structured teaching approaches would be advantageous.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.