Trainee Teacher/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Guildford; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist day school in Guildford seeks a Trainee Teacher/1:1 Teaching Assistant to support autistic children and young people. This rewarding role involves helping learners achieve personal and educational goals. The successful candidate will participate in a 2-year trainee program leading to qualification as a specialist Autism teacher. Experience in education support or care is essential, and GCSE grades in Maths and English are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in an education support or care role is essential.
• Experience supporting learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent qualifications are required.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in building confidence and communication skills.
• Work closely with families and professionals to provide tailored support.
• Implement bespoke learning plans for each learner.

Skills

Experience in an education support or care role

Experience supporting learners with SEN

Caring and patient

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Trainee Teacher/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant- A life changing role!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of autistic children and young people? This incredible setting is looking for a dedicated Trainee Teacher/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team and help learners achieve meaningful and beneficial outcomes through personalised learning opportunities.

What you will earn and hours

• Salary: £23,000 per annum
• Hours: Term time only/ Monday to Friday, 08:45am - 4:45pm

About the setting

This award winning setting is a specialist day school for autistic children and young people between the ages of 4-18 years. This specialist setting is committed to empowering individuals to make positive, personal choices that enhance their wellbeing, social inclusion and education. Since 2012, this setting has provided a safe and supportive environment, where learners work closely with the skilled 1:1 teaching assistants/trainee teachers to achieve their educational and personal development goals.

Role focus

In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting learners to build confidence, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and education goals. Each learner follows a bespoke learning plan, designed around their unique skills, educational needs, and preferences. You will work closely with families and health & social care professionals to ensure that every learner receives the best possible support tailored to their aspirations and needs.

This setting boasts a modern site and exceptional facilities including a fully equipped kitchen, sensory room, onsite gym, horticultural tunnels, cafe and IT workshops to name a few.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for individuals who are caring, patient, and committed to supporting autistic children and young people in developing independence and reaching their full potential.

Requirements

• Experience in an education support or care role
• Experience supporting learners with SEN would be desirable.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Right to work in the UK

Trainee teacher programme

The trainee teacher programme is an exciting opportunity for those keen to take the next steps in their education career. This is a 2 year programme, where you start as a 1:1 TA and in the 2 years receive the training and support to qualify as a specialist Autism teacher.

Apply

If you are ready to join a passionate team in a rewarding and fulfilling role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help change lives in this incredible setting.

If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application then please dont hesitate to apply now! Call Bryony on 01293 527416 if you have any questions regarding this role.

This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.