Autism Specialist Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for working with children? Are you a qualified TA or hold a relevant childcare degree?

LTF Recruitment are working on an exciting opportunity for a teaching assistant to begin work on a full time basis. The school is based in the NG8 area and the post will be full time and on a fixed term contract.

The main duties within this role will be:

• Supporting children with reading, writing and phonics support
• Working alongside and providing additional support to ASD children
• Creating bespoke timetables and rewards systems to engage the child
• Following the targets set on their Educational Health Care Plan
• Liaising with the class teacher and school SENCO around progress of pupils
• Running academic booster sessions to children working below age expected levels
• Working 1:1 with children who have: autism, ADHD, behavioural challenges & low learning levels
• Being a positive member of the school staff and promoting their values

The school are only looking to accept applications from people who:

• Hold a relevant degree or a TA qualification
• Have at least one years' school based experience
• Understand how to work with SEN pupils
• Are capable of understanding the primary school curriculum
• Can build relationships with pupils quickly and efficiently
• Are reliable and hold a great attendance and punctuallity record

Applications will only be accepted if you meet the above criteria. To apply for the job, please send across your CV via the application page