Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant in Dudley

7 months ago

Dudley, United Kingdom Balfor Recruitment Full time

**Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant in Dudley**

Location: Dudley, West Midlands

Duration: Full time, on going

**Salary**: £400-525 per week

**The School/role**:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant team at a leading SEN School in Dudley, West Midlands. The ideal Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting students with a diverse range of complex and additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and Down Syndrome.

**Summary**:
As a Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work collaboratively with a team of experienced educators and support staff to provide individualised assistance to students with special educational needs. Your role will involve fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment, helping students overcome challenges, and promoting their overall development.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Individualised Support**: Provide one-on-one assistance to students with diverse needs, adapting teaching methods to accommodate their unique learning styles.
- **Inclusive Learning Environment**: Contribute to the creation of a supportive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages the social, emotional, and academic growth of each student.
- **Behavioural Support**: Implement strategies to manage and positively influence the behaviour of students, working closely with the SEN team and other professionals.
- **Collaborative Planning**: Work alongside teachers and other staff members to develop and implement individual education plans (IEPs) for students, ensuring that goals are tailored to their specific needs.
- **Assessment and Progress Monitoring**: Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback to teachers, contributing to the overall evaluation of educational strategies and interventions.
- **Communication with Parents and Guardians**: Maintain open and effective communication with parents and guardians, providing updates on student progress, achievements, and any concerns.
- **Assistive Technology**: Utilise and support students in the use of assistive technology to enhance their learning experience and independence.
- **Personal Care**: Provide personal care assistance as needed, ensuring the well-being and dignity of students with physical disabilities or medical needs.
- **Professional Development**: Engage in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about the latest best practices and educational strategies for supporting students with special needs.

The team within the school are very supportive and will help you along the way. The staff in the school aim to give the best possible educational experience for their students. This job opportunity is very fulfilling for people who have teaching assistant experience.

A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.

**Requirements**:

- Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
- PECS and Makaton training/experience
- SLD, MLD, ASD and Complex needs experience
- Level 1 safeguarding certificate
- Recent school based references
- Valid Photo ID - Driving Licence or passport
- Full DBS - on the update service

Balfor Recruitment is an award winning recruiter to the public, private and non-profit sectors for temporary, contract and permanent staffing. With over 20 years of proven success within the recruitment industry we can provide specialist staff in the following areas:

- SEN Teachers and Teaching Assistants
- Primary Teachers and Support Staff
- Secondary Teachers and Support Staff
- Nursery Nurses and Nursery Assistants
- FE Lecturers
- Note Takers
- BSL Signers
- Academic Support Workers and Dyslexia Tutors

**What you’ll get in return**:
As well as an attractive and competitive daily rate, you will gain experience of working within a school and a good insight into the education sector. We’re extremely proud to have been assisting schools in these areas for several years. You will also join our ‘refer a friend’ scheme where you could be entitled to receive £200 in vouchers.

**What you need to do now**:
If you feel this role isn’t right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Balfor Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Balfor Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract, Temp to perm
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: £400.00-£525.00 per week

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Experience**:

- special needs: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Level 3 Relevant Qualification (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: WA241023

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