Are you an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with Autism?

A well-known ‘Good’ primary school in Hackney, N1, is looking for dedicated teaching assistants with a proven track record of supporting pupils with Autism to join them on a full-time basis immediately.

Job Description

In this rewarding role, you will provide essential 1:1 and small group support within the Autism Unit. Your collaboration with class teachers and therapists will be crucial in implementing personalized learning programs that cater to each child's unique needs.

As a Primary Special Needs Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include creating a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere where every child feels valued and supported. You will play a key role in developing pupils' social, communication, and behavioural skills. Alongside the dedicated staff, you will also be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.

This primary school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child's potential is recognized and celebrated. The Autism Unit exemplifies their dedication to providing specialized support for children with Autism, ensuring they receive a tailored education that meets their unique needs. By joining this dedicated team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of these young learners.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Experience working with Autism: Knowledge of PECS and Makaton is highly desirable.
• Positive Attitude: Embrace positive behaviour management philosophies.
• Essential Qualities: Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for supporting children.

Additional requirements:

• References confirming suitability for role
• Commitment to Safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service
• 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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