An Autism Specialist all through school is wanting to hire an SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team permanently to start mid-November. They are seeking a compassionate, patient, and empathetic individual with a passion for supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Their ethos is dedicated to providing quality education and support to students with complex needs,

• Provide support and understanding for students with ASD.
• Support students with a range of needs from PMLD to those who are high functioning.
• Provide personal care (feeding, toileting and changing) and manual handling for pupils aged 4 to 16.
• Foster a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to support each student’s development.
• Demonstrate patience and understanding in challenging situations.

• Class size ranges between 8 and 12 students.
• Between 2 and 4 adults per class, depending upon the needs of pupils and their EHCPs.
• Working day is 08:30am to 3:30pm (Fridays until 4:15pm).
• A caring team of adults with a shared ethos of empathy to improve the lives of the students.

• Proven experience working with students with ASD in the UK.
• Strong understanding of de-escalation and calming techniques.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Competitive daily rate of £90 - £115, depending on experience.
• £350 reward for every successful referral (T’s & C’s apply).
• Access to free Professional Development Training.
• Rewarding and fulfilling work that has a real impact.