SEND Teaching Assistant - MiddletonAs a Teaching Assistant at a large primary school in Middleton, we require you to provide support for a Year 3 pupil with a diagnosis of autism. The role will primarily be a 1:1 focus and experience of ASD; either in a professional or personal capacity, is essential.The school is seeking an SEND TA on a full-time basis; working from 8.30am-3.30pm, Monday to Friday.What we are looking for* Knowledge and/or experience of working with or supporting any form of Special Educational Need; experience of autism would be beneficial* Experience of working with children is useful but not essential. Your attitude, desire to help children, knowledge and transferable skills are equally as important, sometimes more so.* You will help to keep children safe by supporting the safeguarding of children and encouraging positive behaviour through agreed behaviour management strategies* You will provide care and encouragement to pupils while supporting the teacher in the delivery and evaluation of learning activities* The ability to remove barriers to learning and provide mentoring support to children.Who this role would suit* A qualified Teaching Assistant with knowledge of SEN or supporting challenging behaviour* Someone with a background in Residential Support, Social Work, Mental Health Support or with similar transferable skills* Psychology, Counselling, or Psychotherapy degree graduates (other Mental Health-related qualifications are considered)* Individuals with knowledge and/or experience of supporting children, young people or adults with any form of additional need; either professionally or personally.Aspire People are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Aspire People will give you access too:* Flexible working opportunities* A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to £250* Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts* Competitive daily ratesInterested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their suitability for the role. Please apply directly or by contacting Mica on Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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Aspire People Limited
Posted 16 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Manchester, Lancashire M24 5RR, England
£250 per day
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- The SEND Teaching Assistant position in Middleton focuses on supporting a Year 3 pupil with autism, requiring experience with ASD in a professional or personal capacity.
- This full-time role operates Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3.30pm, emphasizing the importance of a positive attitude and transferable skills over formal experience.
- Candidates should ideally have a background in teaching assistance, social work, or mental health support, with relevant qualifications such as a degree in Psychology or Counseling considered beneficial.
- The role involves safeguarding children, promoting positive behavior, and assisting teachers in delivering learning activities.
- Salary details are not specified, but competitive daily rates are offered, and candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV and cover letter.
