Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant Rotherham, S63 £100 per day Start date: ASAP Contract type: Temp - perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only Unique School Solutions are working with a specialist school in Rotherham, which supports students aged 5-19 with Autism (ASD) and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), who are looking to appoint specialist Teaching Assistants to work across school. The role will be working on a 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 basis with students in the classroom, under the direction of the teacher, as well as supporting during breaks and at lunchtime. The role is to start ASAP and for the right person could lead to a permanent job after 12 weeks. Please note that due to the needs of the students, it is imperative that you have experience working with children or adults with ASD or PDA About the school: - Specialist school supporting students aged 5-19 - Leaders in the world of education for Autistic students - "Good" school in all areas - Ofsted 2022 - Supportive, knowledgeable and well organised leadership team Essential requirements for the role: - Previous experience working with children or adults with Autism and/or Pathological Demand Avoidance. This must be in a school, residential or Social Care setting - Good level of fitness and health. This is a physically demanding role due to the needs of the students and the duties of the job - Patience, calmness and empathy - The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative - Additional training such as TeamTeach, Manual Handling or Personal Care is beneficial but not essential - Due to the location of the school, having a car and full driving licence would be beneficial By working with Unique School Solutions, you will benefit from: - The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants as well as a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish - Paid via PAYE only with an inhouse payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay - Access to over 30 FREE, high quality training courses - Refer a friend scheme - Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools - The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp – perm offer to schools All candidates must adhere to our stringent vetting procedure which includes a face to face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS. Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay