Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Autism
Vision for Education Leeds
Bradford
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- £61.50 - £65.00
- Job type:
- Full Time, Temporary
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 20 December 2018
Job overview
Vision for Education are actively recruiting on behalf of a special school in North Bradford for a full time special needs teaching assistant to join their established and committed staff team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the class teacher to deliver work which is usually based on the EYFS curriculum. School focus on a "Learn through play" approach and due to the pupils having Autism, there is usually an element of sensory involvement. As a teaching assistant at this school, you will be expected to work in groups and on a one to one basis carrying out intensive interaction sessions as well as working in the rebound and sensory rooms within the school. The successful candidate will have had experience working with Autism and learning disabilities before for a minimum of six months. Please see below the other criteria that applicants need to have:
Required Attributes:
Have a patient, supportive, empathetic and understanding nature.
Preferable but not essential – Previous Experience working with students aged 3 – 19 with Autism or learning disabilities.
Happy to work with children of all ages and young adults (3-19).
Be vigilant and supportive when managing / de-escalating challenging behaviour.
Comfortable with Personal Care if required.
Have a real desire to work with SEN students on the Autistic Spectrum.
Be confident working with both groups and 1:1.
Be confident when liaising with parents and colleagues.
Essential Requirements:
Applicant must be available more than 3 days a week. (Monday to Friday)
Applicant must hold a current enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to undergo one through Vision for Education and have it registered on the Update Service.
Must have experience working with Autism.
Our specialist SEND consultants have the knowledge and expertise to find the ideal placement for you, with our long-standing and trusting relationships with each of our clients we are guaranteed to place you in positions to enhance your career and experience.
We promise to provide you with an honest and efficient service where we deliver high levels of customer service and after care to every candidate and client.
Benefits of working with Vision for Education:
Rewarding rates of pay – Vision for Education pay to National Living Wage, not national minimum wage. We pay this as an absolute minimum to all of our candidates.
Professional 24/7 support.
Free CPD Training Opportunities including Team Teach training.
Committed consultants.
Continuous Support and feedback throughout.
In house payroll department, so no need to sign up with a payroll provider.
We look forward to hearing from you, please apply now with your CV and if requirements are met our team will be in touch with you shortly.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to complete our safeguarding checks and undergo an enhanced DBS check.
About Vision for Education Leeds
- Vision for Education Leeds
- Suite One, Floor One, Cross Gates House, Station Road, Leeds
- West Yorkshire
- LS15 7JY
- United Kingdom
Created in 2008, Vision for Education is a well-established, market-leading teacher supply agency with industry experience and expertise.
What we do
We provide a high-quality recruitment service for schools of all kinds. We’re always interested in talking to teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors and other support staff with any level of experience – whether you’re an NQT, busy parent or semi-retired! If you’re looking for daily supply, short & long-term cover – or even a permanent role – we can help. We have branches across the country, with our head office based in Sheffield.
Our values
We operate under a simple set of values which impact on everything we do. Our aim is always to be open, honest and ethical in the way we do business; both internally with the way we treat our staff, and externally, in how we look after our clients and candidates. This unique approach to recruitment has made us the first port of call for both schools and teachers alike.
What we offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
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