ASD Teaching Assistant

ASD Teaching Assistant needed for specialist schools in Ellesmere Port!

Location - Ellesmere Port

Position - ASD Teaching Assistant

Shift Pattern - Full time

Pay - £95-£105 (based on experience)

Academics are looking for an ASD Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Ellesmere Port. If you are looking for full-time work and have past classroom experience, or have worked with children who have Autism, this role could be a great fit for you!

The role includes working with children on the Autism spectrum (ASD), providing tailored support to help them to positively engage with their learning. It will involve supporting students with emotional regulation, appropriately re-directing challenging behaviour, and general classroom support. Previous experience with ASD is desirable, but we are also looking for individuals who have class room experience and want to work with children with additional needs.

About the Role

General Classroom Support - Supporting the teacher and encouraging positive attitudes to learning for students. Lessons may require 1:1 support or small-group sessions.

Behaviour Management - Strong behaviour management is needed for this role. This includes supporting emotional regulation and appropriately re-directing challenging behaviour where required.

Safeguarding - Prioritising the safety and wellbeing of students, and reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

Candidate Requirements:

ASD - Previous, hands-on experience with supporting children or young people with Autism is essential for an ASD Teaching Assistant role.

Proactive - We are looking for individuals who are proactive and willing to engage with students. This is a hands-on role, and the schools need candidates who are passionate and will get involved.

Classroom Experience - Previous experience in a SEN/primary/secondary school is advantageous for this role. Although those with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply, we urge individuals who have had experience in care/residential backgrounds to apply.

Based in Ellesmere Port - Based in the Ellesmere Port area or be able to travel there for work.

DBS - Hold an enhanced background check or be happy to get one through Academics.

If you are passionat about supporting students with additional needs and have a background in working with individuals with ASD, please apply for the ASD Teaching Assistant role with your CV.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy