Job Title: Teaching Assistant for Key Stage 2 (KS2) Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Class
Location of school: Burgess Hill
Job Duties:
1. Provide support and assistance to students in a Key Stage 2 (KS2) Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) class
2. Assist the class teacher in implementing individual education plans (IEPs) for students with ASC
3. Help create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students with ASC
4. Support students with communication, social interaction, and sensory needs
5. Assist with classroom management and behaviour support
6. Collaborate with the SENCO and other professionals to meet the needs of students with ASC
Required Qualifications:
7. Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
8. Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
Experience:
9. Previous experience working with children with SEN
Knowledge and Skills:
10. Understanding of Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and strategies to support students
11. Ability to work effectively as part of a team
12. Good communication and interpersonal skills
13. Patience, empathy, and a caring attitude towards students with ASC
Working Conditions:
14. Full-time position, Monday to Friday during school hours
15. Work primarily within a Key Stage 2 (KS2) ASC class
16. Will involve some flexibility in working hours to attend meetings or training
Driving is desireable however there the school is walking distance from the train station.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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