Teaching Assistant - KS2 ASC Class

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants for a Key Stage 2 ASC Class. This role offers a unique opportunity to support children with Autism, providing both individual and group assistance. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development. The position includes training sessions to enhance skills in special educational needs, ensuring a positive learning environment. Join a dedicated SEND school and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

On-road parking

Free online safeguarding training

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Flexibility to meet changing needs of students is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with Autism in Key Stage 2.
• Assist in implementing individual education plans (IEPs).
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver engaging lessons.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Education or Related Field

Recent Graduate Status

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Teaching Assistant - KS2 ASC Class, Crawley

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Teaching Assistant for Key Stage 2 ASC Class.

Location: Burgess Hill

School Overview:

Join a dedicated SEND school situated in Burgess Hill. The school are committed to providing support to children with varying needs, including challenging behaviour and ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition).

Position Overview:

Dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join a Key Stage 2 ASC Class. The role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who have recently graduated from university or hold a degree, this is not a requirement though. The successful candidate will work from with training sessions help on a Tuesday from 4-5pm and Fridays 2-5pm.

Responsibilities:

- Provide support to students with Autism in Key Stage 2, both individually and in group settings.

- Assist in the implementation of individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour management strategies.

- Collaborate with the class teacher and other staff members to deliver engaging and differentiated lessons.

- Attend training sessions, including online training, to enhance skills and knowledge in supporting students with special educational needs.

- Participate in an eight-week induction program and regular review meetings to ensure job satisfaction and on-going support.

- Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times, promoting a positive learning environment.

Requirements:

- A degree or recent graduate status is preferred but not required.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents.

- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the students and the school environment.

- Commitment to professional development and willingness to engage in ongoing training and support.

- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required.

- Experience working with children with ASC or other special educational needs is desirable but not essential.

Additional Information:

- The school offers on-road parking

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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