Job Title: ASD Teaching Assistant
Location: Ammanford
Salary: £89.38
Contract Type: Full-time
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ASD Teaching Assistant to join our team at Teaching working with pupils with ASD. This role involves supporting students with a variety of needs, including personal care, behaviour management, and facilitating learning in both individual and group settings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide one-on-one and small group support to pupils with ASD, promoting their educational, social, and emotional development.
* Assist with personal care, including feeding, toileting, and nappy changing.
* Support students with challenging and disruptive behaviour, using strategies to de-escalate situations and promote positive behaviours.
* Help to create and implement tailored learning plans and ensure they are followed.
* Assist with maintaining a safe, engaging, and supportive environment for students.
* Build strong relationships with pupils, ensuring they feel valued, respected, and included in all activities.
* Liaise with teachers, SENCOs, and other staff to monitor student progress and contribute to planning meetings.
Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a school or care setting.
* Confidence and ability to manage challenging and disruptive behaviours.
* Experience in providing personal care, including feeding and nappy changing, for children with additional needs.
* A positive, patient, and empathetic attitude with a proactive approach to supporting students.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and parents.
* Relevant qualifications in special educational needs (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent) are desirable.
If you're a passionate, experienced professional who is ready to get stuck in and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to sara.thomas@teachingpersonnel.com
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
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