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Job Advertisement: 1:1 Teaching Assistant for Year 2 Pupil with Autism (Non-Verbal)
Location: Catholic Primary School, L4
Start Date: ASAP, continuing into the new year
Employer: Teaching Personnel

Are you a compassionate, patient, and dedicated individual looking to make a meaningful difference in a child's life? Teaching Personnel is seeking a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 2 pupil with Autism who is non-verbal. This role is based in a nurturing Catholic Primary School in L4, offering the opportunity to work closely with a pupil who requires extra guidance and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored, one-to-one support for a non-verbal pupil with Autism.
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCO to deliver a personalised learning plan.
• Support the child’s communication, learning, and social interaction using alternative methods like visual aids and assistive technologies.
• Promote a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Help with daily routines, transitions, and ensuring the pupil feels comfortable and confident in the classroom setting.

Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with Autism or other special educational needs is highly desirable.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children with additional needs thrive.
• A strong understanding of non-verbal communication techniques.
• Willingness to uphold the Catholic ethos of the school.
• A valid DBS check or willingness to apply for one.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive and welcoming school environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive rates of pay through Teaching Personnel.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on a child’s life.

If you are ready to step into a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, apply now to start as soon as possible.

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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