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Autism Support Teaching Assistant

Bromsgrove Full-time/Part-time

About Us:

Our school is committed to providing quality education and support to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that empowers students with ASD to reach their full potential and achieve meaningful progress.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Autism Support Teaching Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to provide individualized support and ensure a positive learning experience. Your role will be instrumental in helping these students succeed academically and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Support: Provide one-on-one or group support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorderduring lessons, ensuring they can engage in learning activities and participateeffectively.

Behavioural Support:Assist in implementing behaviour management strategies and techniques to promote positive behaviours and reduce challenging behaviours among students with ASD.

Visual Supports: Create and use visual supports, such as schedules, social stories, and visual cues, to aid communication and facilitateunderstanding for students with ASD.

Sensory Support: Help students manage sensory sensitivities by creating sensory-friendly environments and providing sensory tools and strategies.

Communication Support: Support students in developing communication skills, including using alternative communication systems like picture exchange systems or augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices.

Individualized Learning: Collaborate with teachers to adapt and modify curriculum materials and teaching methods to meet the unique needs of students with ASD.

Social Skills Development:Facilitate social skills training and social interaction opportunities for students to improve their social communication and peer relationships.

Requirements:

Enhanced DBS Certificate on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.

Previous experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred.

Knowledge of autism-specific strategies and interventions is a plus.

Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children with ASD.

ABC Teachers Commitment:

ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff will undergo thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be willing to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Salary: Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. Relevant training and experience in autism support may be considered.

About ABC Teachers:

ABC Teachers is a leading education recruitment and supply agency dedicated to supporting the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers Offer:

As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house Payroll team using the PAYE system.

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).

Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).

Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers Regulations) to ensure you receive the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.

FREE training to support your professional development, including autism awareness and other relevant training.

Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.

Access to a dedicated consultant providing ongoing support.

How to Apply:

If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual with experience or a strong interest in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and would like to work in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role, please contact our team on (phone number removed).

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