Teaching Assistant - Autism Support - Calne

Academics Ltd; Calne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive primary school in Calne is seeking a dedicated Autism Support Teaching Assistant to make a significant impact on the life of a child with special educational needs. This role offers invaluable experience for aspiring psychologists, therapists, and educators. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining insights and training in the Special Needs and Mental Health sector. With a commitment to fostering a nurturing environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about supporting children with Autism in their educational journey.

Benefits

On-site Parking

Professional Development Training

Support from SENCO and Class Teacher

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with Autism is advantageous.
• Ability to understand and meet the precise needs of children with SEN.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with Autism in overcoming social and academic barriers.
• Collaborate with therapists and educators specialized in SEN.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Experience with Autism

Education

Relevant Degree in Psychology or Education

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Autism Support - Calne

Inclusive Mainstream Primary School

Are you enthusiastic about significantly improving the life of a young learner with educational needs? Would you like to be the difference that enables a child with autism to overcome their social and academic barriers? An exciting Autism Support Teaching Assistant role for future psychologists, therapists, counsellors and SENCOs has become available that will provide invaluable experience for a future career.

A well-respected primary school in Calne are searching for an Autism Support Teaching Assistant to be employed on an immediate and long-term basis. The ASD child has an EHCP with explicit targets and outcomes and will require a dedicated and caring individual who will understand the precise needs of the child. The primary school are looking for an Autism Support Teaching Assistant who is engaging, empathetic and demonstrates a genuine desire to make a positive impact to children with SEN. Previous experience with working with children with Autism is advantageous for this Autism Support Teaching Assistant position.

This is an incredible opportunity for gaining experience within the Special Needs and Mental Health sector as you will have the chance in your role as an Autism Support Teaching Assistant to observe, work-alongside and collaborate with speech and language therapists, educational psychologists, occupational therapists and teachers with SEN specialisms.

• Autism (ASD) Support Teaching Assistant
• SEN Teaching Assistant
• Previous experience working with Special Needs desired
• ASAP Start
• Calne
• Full-Time 8:30am - 3:30pm
• 80 - 95 per day

The primary school is highly regarded in the local area and has excellent transport links and has on-site parking. The successful Autism Support Teaching Assistant will need to be fully committed to the child on a long-term basis. The SEN Teaching Assistant will be working extremely closely with the class teacher and SENCO, therefore being provided with specialist and expert support and training that will be vital for your personal development.

To apply for this Autism Support Assistant position, please submit your CV to this advert.

Teaching Assistant - Autism Support - Calne