Level 3 Teaching Assistant
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Level 3 Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support for Pupil with ASD)
Location: Blackburn
Start date: November 2024
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Level 3 Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Year 2 at a mainstream primary school in Blackburn. The pupil is non-verbal, requires personal care, and uses PECs (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton to communicate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored 1:1 support to the pupil, ensuring their individual needs are met in the classroom and during activities.
- Assist with personal care routines.
- Support the pupil's communication through the use of PECs and Makaton.
- Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to implement strategies and interventions to promote the pupil’s learning, development, and inclusion.
- Foster a positive and nurturing learning environment.
- Work alongside other staff and professionals to ensure the pupil’s emotional, social, and educational progress.
Requirements:
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
- Proven experience working with children with ASD, ideally in a 1:1 support role.
- Familiarity with PECs and Makaton communication systems.
- Experience providing personal care to children with additional needs.
- Patience, empathy, and a strong commitment to supporting children with special educational needs.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and external professionals.
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a primary school setting.
- Knowledge of strategies to support children with communication difficulties.
Working Hours: Full-time, term-time only.
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the life of a child with ASD and have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you.
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.
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