Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with Autism? Looking for an exciting new opportunity to make a difference?
A highly-regarded and 'Good' primary school located in Haringey, N17, is eagerly seeking dedicated teaching assistants with a proven track record of supporting pupils with Autism to join their team on a full-time basis ASAP.
Job Description
Step into a rewarding role, where you will provide personalised 1:1 and small group support within this primary school’s Autism Unit. As a valued special needs teaching assistant, you will collaborate closely with class teachers and therapists to implement tailored learning programs that cater to each student's unique needs.
As a Primary Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in fostering a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported. Your efforts will be instrumental in developing students' social, communication, and behavioral skills. Alongside your dedicated colleagues, you will uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.
Why Join this School?
This primary school is committed to nurturing a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child's potential is recognized and celebrated. The School’s Autism Unit stands as a testament to it’s dedication to providing specialised support for children with Autism, ensuring they receive an education tailored to their unique needs. By becoming part of this dedicated team, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future for these exceptional young learners.
Requirements:
• Proven experience working with Autism. (Knowledge of PECS and Makaton is highly desirable)
• A positive attitude and effective behavior management strategies.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children.
Additional requirements:
o References confirming suitability for role
o Commitment to Safeguarding
o Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
o Eligibility to work in the UK
Benefits
- Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants
- Continual professional development through online training
- Competitive pay rates related to your experience
- Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions
- Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers
About Chalk
At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.
We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.
For more info please contact Sade Akintola on 0203 657 8329
The Legal Bit
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