Teaching Assistant Autism

TN United Kingdom; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support students with complex needs in Macclesfield. This role involves providing tailored 1:1 support, creating a safe and engaging learning environment, and fostering academic development. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex behaviors and a passion for education. Join a team where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of students with autism and other learning difficulties. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive and dynamic environment, helping students achieve their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs in a school or care setting.
• Driven and eager to pursue a career in education.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to students.
• Creating a safe, engaging environment for learning.

Skills

Experience with complex behaviors

Communication skills

Team Teach training

Education

Relevant education qualification

Job description

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Prospero Teaching - SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Macclesfield

Prospero Teaching is working closely with an SEND school in Macclesfield. The school is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work in their Autism base.

The SEND school is a well-rated provision catering to pupils aged 11-16 with a wide range of SEND, including moderate to profound and multiple learning difficulties, physical disabilities, multisensory impairments, visual and hearing impairments, and conditions like autism spectrum disorder. All pupils have an EHC plan, and the school offers various provisions to meet diverse needs.

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are in the following area:

• Autism Base: A dedicated environment for students diagnosed with autism and complex needs. The curriculum aligns with the main school, providing access to all subjects and facilities. The focus is on developing social interaction, self and sensory regulation, and communication skills.

Role Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to students
• Supporting students with high needs
• Creating a safe, engaging environment for learning and fun
• Supporting academic development, including ICT pathways

Candidate Requirements

• Experience supporting pupils with complex behaviors, either voluntary or paid, or experience supporting those with complex needs in a school or care setting
• Driven, energetic, and eager to pursue a career in education and supporting students with complex needs
• Location: Macclesfield
• Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
• Contract: Temporary ongoing
• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, until 4 pm
• Start date: ASAP

Team Teach training is highly desirable for this role.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible through Prospero Teaching, you must:

• Hold the Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application
• Provide two professional references

If interested, click ‘apply now’ to submit your application.