Teaching Assistant - Autism Base

Full-Time Teaching Assistant – Autism Base (1:1 Support)
Location: Secondary School, Barry Area
Hours: 08:15 am – 3:15 pm, Monday to Friday
Rate: £90 per day

About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our specialised Autism Base within a welcoming secondary school in the Barry area. This is a full-time role working on a 1:1 basis with a Key Stage 3 pupil (aged 11-14) with complex needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with complex needs within a specialised Autism Base
• Offer emotional and academic support, fostering a calm and nurturing learning environment
• Assist with daily educational activities, ensuring the pupil’s needs are met sensitively and effectively
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to support the pupil’s development and progress

Person Specification:

• Calm, patient, and empathetic approach to working with pupils with ASD
• High level of academic ability to support learning needs
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to offer consistent emotional support
• Experience or interest in working within special educational needs (preferred but not essential)

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive, friendly school environment
• Make a meaningful difference in the life of a young person with complex needs
• Competitive daily rate of £90

If you are passionate about supporting young people with Autism and thrive in a calm, patient, and nurturing role, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV.

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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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