ASD Teaching Assistant

ASD Teaching Assistant

Location: Coleshill

Duration: Full time, on going

Salary: £95 – £105 per day

The School/role:

We are looking for a full time ASD TA to start working at a fantastic special needs school in Coleshill long-term supply basis. This role requires at least two years’ experience working with a range of special needs such as ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD in a school or healthcare environment. This supportive school is a happy, thriving school that is proud to be part of our local community an offers a lot of progression.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with SEN allowance.
• SENCO support within school.
• Team of helpful teachers and Teaching assistants.
• Range of free CPD available.
• Expert Education Consultants to support your development and role.

Key Duties:

• Constant Supervision: Provide vigilant supervision to ensure the safety of the child and others, particularly in managing disruptive behaviour.
• Building Trusting Relationships: Foster a trusting relationship with the student to create a supportive learning environment.
• Sensory Room Assistance: Facilitate the student’s engagement in the sensory room to enhance their learning experience.
• Outdoor Activities: Organise and facilitate opportunities for the student to run around outside each day, promoting physical activity and well-being.

Please apply immediately to be considered for this position.

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
• PECS and Makaton training/experience
• PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD and Complex needs experience
• Level 1 safeguarding certificate
• Recent school based references
• Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
• Full DBS – on the update service

If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on [phone removed] or email your CV to [email removed]