SEN Teaching Assistant - ASD Base

Your new company

Desian Education are proud to be working in collaboration with a two-form entry primary school in Salford that is easily accessible via public transport. This is an extremely welcoming school that it at the heart of its local community that require long-term full-time commitment until the end of the academic year.

Your new role

As a teaching assistant within this school you will be joining an ASD designated provision, working in collaboration with the class teacher, teaching assistants and playing an integral role in the education and development of pupils with ASD and neurodivergent needs. You will:

• Support with sensory stimuli
• Non-verbal communication support including PECs and Makaton
• Support with personal/intimate care
• Assist during break and lunch times
• Implement an array of positive behaviour strategies

What you need to succeed

• Full "Right to Work" in the UK
• Referenceable experience within a classroom setting (minimum of 40 days within the last 2 years is advantageous)
• Experience supporting SEN (ASD and non-verbal is advantageous)
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced Children's DBS check
• An NVQ Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent qualification is advantageous

What you'll get in return

If you are successful in your application, you will receive:

• Full support and dedication of an experienced and dedicated consultant
• Competitive rate of pay
• Full holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Long-term contract
• Free training
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Access to exclusive vacancies