Year 1 Teaching Assistant: ASD 1:1 Support

Teach Plus; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus are recruiting a caring Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Edgware, starting ASAP. This full-time role provides dedicated support to a Year 1 pupil with ASD, working with the class teacher and SEN team to help the pupil access learning and develop communication and social skills.

The school is large and inclusive, with a strong community ethos and a broad curriculum. Inclusion and pupil wellbeing are central, with staff working together to meet individual needs

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated support for a Year 1 pupil with ASD
• Support the pupil in accessing classroom learning and participating in activities
• Implement appropriate strategies to support communication, emotional regulation and engagement
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive social interactions
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to provide consistent support
• Monitor the pupil's progress and adapt support according to their individual needs

Skills

Experience as a Teaching Assistant

Strong subject/curriculum knowledge

Right to work in UK

Education

Enhanced DBS Certificate with Update Service

Job description

Teach Plus are recruiting a caring Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Edgware, starting ASAP. This full-time role provides dedicated support to a Year 1 pupil with ASD, working with the class teacher and SEN team to help the pupil access learning and develop communication and social skills.

The school is large and inclusive, with a strong community ethos and a broad curriculum. Inclusion and pupil wellbeing are central, with staff working together to meet individual needs