Vision for Education are working alongside an SEMH school based within Southampton who are looking for a full time Teaching Assistant with experience to start with them as soon as possible. £85 a day Temp to Perm The students at the school have a primary diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex needs and challenging behaviour. Primary aged children. PURPOSE OF THE JOB To assist teachers in providing a learning environment that enables all children to access the curriculum and learn to the best of their ability. To work with and support children with a variety of complex academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs on a class, group or individual basis. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES As directed by the class teacher, to work with individuals or groups of children with complex needs, to support subjects and learning across the whole curriculum (according to the requirements of the school, this may include the supervision of a classroom for periods of time); To establish supportive, caring and secure relationships with the students, promoting respect and positive self-esteem. To develop knowledge and understanding of the specific academic, physical and emotional/behavioural needs of individuals and groups of students within the school and respond to them effectively. To assist the class teacher with the planning, development and delivery of suitable programmes of work for pupils (i.e. Individual Education Plans), for children with specific learning needs and/or a statement of Special Educational Needs. To contribute to monitoring and recording pupils’ progress, maintaining records and providing relevant feedback to teachers. If you are successful, one of our specialist recruitment consultants will arrange a time to call you to go through a registration and explain our vetting process, this will include an interview, DBS application and providing further information on references and career history. WE NEED SOMEONE WHO: Is enthusiastic and caring Recognises and is able to nurture the emotional welling of pupils Places the child at the centre of all that they do Committed to their own personal development A team player Reliable and committed Working for Vision for Education, you benefit from: Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration). Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability). Social and networking events. Pension contributions. CPD to help with your professional development. Access to a dedicated consultant. About us We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. How to apply If you are an individual who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on or 07713 669329. Visionsouthampton