Job Title: Autism SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Harborne, Birmingham
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Contract: Full-Time / Part-Time
Start Date: November 2024
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have a particular interest in working with children on the autism spectrum? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About Us:
[School Name] is a welcoming and inclusive school dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. We take pride in our commitment to supporting children with autism and other special educational needs, ensuring they receive the best possible learning experience.
The Role:
We are looking for a dedicated Autism SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team. In this role, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide one-to-one and small group support to children on the autism spectrum. Your focus will be on helping students engage with their learning, develop social and communication skills, and build confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to students with autism, both in the classroom and during extracurricular activities
- Assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and adapting lesson plans to meet the needs of SEN pupils
- Work closely with the class teacher to manage the classroom environment and support positive behavior
- Promote inclusion by encouraging social interaction and independence
- Monitor and report on students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents
- Support students with personal care needs when necessary
- Help create a safe and supportive learning atmosphere for all students
Requirements:
- Previous experience working with children, preferably those with autism or SEN
- A compassionate and patient attitude, with a genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of strategies to support children with autism (e.g., visual aids, sensory integration, etc.)
- A relevant qualification in SEN support or child care (desirable but not essential)
- A willingness to undertake additional training, such as safeguarding or autism-specific training
What We Offer:
- A friendly and inclusive working environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with autism
- Supportive staff and leadership team
- Opportunity for career progression within the school
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the next step in your teaching career, please apply.
- Join us and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people!
- If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career where your expertise makes a daily impact, apply now!
- All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
