Job Opportunity: Autism Learning Support Assistant (Newport)
Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting on behalf of a partnership school in Newport to support a class in the school's LRB (Learning Resource Base) unit. This classroom consists of 10 students, all of whom have severe ASD, with some displaying additional behavioural challenges. We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and patient teaching assistant to help support these students and contribute to their development.
Key Requirements for the Role:
- Must be registered with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
- Hold a current Child-Only DBS certificate registered on the Update System.
- Provide two professional references covering the past 24 months.
- Ability to remain calm and resilient when faced with challenging behaviour.
Experience: While prior experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in a professional capacity is preferred, we also welcome applicants with personal experience or a willingness to learn and develop skills in this area.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide direct support in a small class of pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Be a positive, encouraging presence, helping children to thrive and develop both academically and socially.
- Build trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents, offering both social and emotional support.
- Create a nurturing, safe, and positive environment where students can succeed.
- Adhere to the school’s safeguarding and protection policies.
- Work collaboratively with teachers and other teaching assistants as part of a strong team.
- Remain flexible and adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the students.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive educational setting. If you're passionate about supporting children with ASD and are committed to helping them succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Title: Autism Learning Support Assistant
Location: Newport
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 – 15:30
Pay: Minimum £12.90ph
Start: January 2025
The School:
This school is based in Newport and is easily accessible via public transport. They have around 600 pupils. They have two dedicated class bases to support pupils with Additional Learning Needs. The school’s vision is to “establish a nurturing and respectful learning community which has a strong, inclusive ethos, and where a culture of positivity, enthusiasm and aspiration prevails for all and where excellence is standard.”
We expect to receive a high number of applicants for this position. If you are interested, then please get in touch today by calling Jessica on 01633 370633 or emailing Jessica.roberts@teachingpersonnel.com.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% 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.
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