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Teaching Assistant Autism
- South Ockendon, Essex
- £80-115 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: South Ockendon
Salary Scale: £80-£115 per day
Contract Type: Full-timeRole 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 ratesAccess to CPD training library with over £8000 worth of courses, at GSL we support your professional development!A supportive and collaborative work environmentOpportunities for continuous professional development and advancementAn opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young livesPlease 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.
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