Details:
- Salary: £84 - 100 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Grays
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Are you ready to be part of a team that transforms lives and empowers children with autism? We're seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join us in Grays for a rewarding long-term opportunity working with students with ASD. (temp-perm).
If you have a passion for working with children who have special educational needs (SEN), especially those with non-verbal or limited verbal abilities, this could be the perfect role for you.
About Us: At GSL, we're committed to providing exceptional support and education for children within mainstream and special education. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where each child's unique abilities are nurtured, and their potential is unlocked.
Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA – SEN - Education and Training - Grays
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant - Autism
Location: Grays
Salary Scale: £84-£100
Contract Type: Full-time
Role Overview: As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a pivotal role in the growth and development of children with autism. Your experience and compassion will make a lasting impact on the lives of these exceptional learners.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will be providing one-on-one support to children with autism, focusing on those with non-verbal or limited verbal abilities.
Implementing communication strategies such as PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) and Makaton to facilitate meaningful interactions.
As a SEN Teaching Assistant you will collaborating with our skilled team to create personalized learning plans that cater to each child's unique needs.
Assisting in creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Qualifications: We're looking for individuals who are passionate about working with children with special educational needs.
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience working with individuals with autism (ASD), whether through paid positions or personal involvement.
A background in utilising communication tools such as PECS and Makaton, particularly with non-verbal or limited verbal children.
Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of children with SEN.
What We Offer:
Competitive pay rates
Access to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for continuous professional development and advancement
An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives
What happens now?
Upon application, one of our dedicated consultants will call you to discuss your suitability for the role and what you are looking for.
You will receive full support through the registration process from our consultants and compliance team, as well as the DBS application process.
We will create you a tailored profile that stands out from the crowd (i.e other agencies and applicants) and explore our network of schools to find you the right fit!
Any questions about opportunities or the process to work with GSL, contact me at !
Role: Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA – SEN - Education and Training - Grays
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that
successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch within 24 hours.
Learning Support Assistant - Teaching Assistant - TA – SEN - Education and Training - Grays