Autism Learning Support Assistant
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting for autism support assistants for one of its primary schools in Wareham.
The primary school has a specialist resource base, focused on supporting children of a Primary age who have ASD.
The provision caters to between 40-60 children aged 4-11. The children attending the school all have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).
The successful candidate will have:
- Experience of working in the SEN field, improving educational outcomes for students.
- Relevant qualifications including Team Teach or Moving and Handling accreditation.
- Level 2 Qualified or Equivalent in English and Maths.
- Experience of using Makaton.
- Experience of working alongside other members of the multi-disciplinary team and an awareness/working knowledge of specialist equipment.
- Confidence to work independently and use initiative to provide the best outcomes for students who may display a wide range of emotionally and/or physically challenging needs.
- A flexible approach to work in a wide range of settings within school.
- An enhanced child workforce DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one.
In return, Teaching Personnel will offer you:
- Access to a wide variety of CPD and training opportunities
- Guidance from the school on the curriculum but autonomy over resources you create to support your students.
This is a demanding role that requires a high level of patience, energy, and enthusiasm.
If interested, please contact Harry Davies in the Dorset Primary Branch.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see teachingpersonnel.com/faqs 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.
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