Teaching Assistant
Immediate start
Competitive rate of pay
Full-time, long-term
North London
£80-100 per dayA Teaching Assistant is needed for a special educational needs (SEN) school in North London for students with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD).
As a teaching assistant, you will support secondary school students aged 11-19, who need extra support than what is offered in mainstream schools.
This school is easily accessible from around London, with great transport links.
Being a teaching assistant at this school, you will become a part of a highly supportive team with exceptional senior leadership and fantastic resources.
Willingness to do personal care is preferred.
Your responsibilities as a teaching assistant may include:
Working with and supporting students with ASD.
Providing academic support, either one-on-one or in a small group.
Promoting a positive and inclusive classroom culture and providing emotional support when needed.
Implementing positive behaviour management strategies which may include physical restraints, to maintain a safe learning environment.
Using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage focus and self-control.
Assisting teachers with alternative teaching methods, such Lego therapy to encourage joint working and communication skills, or intensive interaction sessions to help pupils develop attention and interaction skills.
Being aware of safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the safety and well-be...