Teaching Assistant (Autism)
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Do you understand Autism Spectrum Condition and love to work with children?
Teaching Personnel work with an SEN school in the Oldham area who are in need of a Teaching Assistant to support a small class of children with their learning needs. The class have multiple special educational needs, predominantly autism.
You
As a Teaching Assistant you will work Monday to Friday 8.30am-3.30pm however the role can also be available on a part time or day to day basis.
Your role is to work within the classroom, managing behaviour, helping to deliver the curriculum, ensuring the students are involved and assisting with any other needs which may arise. You will be expected to handle any personal care needs and ensure you have the well being of the students in mind at all times.
Having a good knowledge of SEN in general but mainly Autism is beneficial, and a non judgemental and enthusiastic attitude would suit the learning environment.
Please be aware it is essential to have an enhanced, child only DBS which is registered to the update service, or be willing to obtain one via Teaching Personnel.
Us
Teaching Personnel work closely with a number of schools in Greater Manchester which are exclusively available for our applicants. Our sector specialist staff are able to advise and tailor your work experience to suit your needs.
If you are looking for further opportunities to train our CPD academy offers a wide range of training courses which are available at an 80% discounted rate to make building your skills easier and accessible!
We also offer a competitive hourly rate paid through PAYE and the opportunity to earn GBP50 for every person you refer to work with us!
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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