Website Balfor Recruitment
Compassionate ASD teaching assistant, enhancing educational outcomes for all students
ASD Teaching Assistant
Location: Birmingham
Duration: Full time, on going
Salary: £95 – £105 per day
The School/role:
We are looking for a full time ASD TA to start working at a fantastic special needs school in Birmingham long-term supply basis. This role requires at least two years’ experience working with a range of special needs such as ASD, ADHD, MLD, SLD in a school or healthcare environment. This supportive school is a happy, thriving school that is proud to be part of our local community an offers a lot of progression.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with SEN allowance.
- SENCO support within school.
- Team of helpful teachers and Teaching assistants.
- Range of free CPD available.
- Expert Education Consultants to support your development and role.
Key Duties:
- Constant Supervision: Provide vigilant supervision to ensure the safety of the child and others, particularly in managing disruptive behaviour.
- Building Trusting Relationships: Foster a trusting relationship with the student to create a supportive learning environment.
- Sensory Room Assistance: Facilitate the student’s engagement in the sensory room to enhance their learning experience.
- Outdoor Activities: Organise and facilitate opportunities for the student to run around outside each day, promoting physical activity and well-being.
Please apply immediately to be considered for this position.
A new enhanced DBS will be needed for this role or a subscription to the DBS update service.
Requirements:
- Qualified Teaching Assistant OR Relevant SEN Background
- PECS and Makaton training/experience
- PMLD, SLD, MLD, ASD and Complex needs experience
- Level 1 safeguarding certificate
- Recent school based references
- Valid Photo ID – Driving Licence or passport
- Full DBS – on the update service
If you’re interested in this role, then contact Haleemah at Balfor on 0121 260 0000 or email your CV to [email protected]