Teaching Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 08 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £90 i £100 bob dydd |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Newark, Nottinghamshire |
| Cwmni: | senploy |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 187090 |
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Teaching Assistant - Autism Support (Full-Time)
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Daily Rate: £90 - £103.90
Contract Type: Temporary to permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (term-time only)
Start Date: Immediate start available
Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of autistic students?
We are working with a specialist school in Newark (NG24) that provides a nurturing and structured learning environment for children and young people with autism. The school is committed to helping pupils build confidence, develop independence, and improve communication skills at a pace that works for them.
This full-time Teaching Assistant position is perfect for someone who understands the unique challenges and strengths of autistic learners and is passionate about helping them achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities Include:
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Supporting pupils aged 5-16 in both 1-1 and small group settings
Supporting pupils aged 5-16 in both 1-1 and small group settings
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Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning programmes and routines
Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning programmes and routines
-
Encouraging engagement and communication through creative, adapted activities
Encouraging engagement and communication through creative, adapted activities
-
Helping pupils during transitions and supporting strategies to reduce anxiety
Helping pupils during transitions and supporting strategies to reduce anxiety
-
Working closely with teachers to deliver targeted, motivating lessons
Working closely with teachers to deliver targeted, motivating lessons
-
Contributing to a calm, inclusive and respectful classroom environment
Contributing to a calm, inclusive and respectful classroom environment
We're Looking for Candidates With:
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Recent experience in a UK school setting as a Teaching Assistant
Recent experience in a UK school setting as a Teaching Assistant
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A relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 3/2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
A relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 3/2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
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A good understanding of autism and how it impacts learning and behaviour
A good understanding of autism and how it impacts learning and behaviour
-
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils and staff
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils and staff
-
A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to supporting children with additional needs
A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to supporting children with additional needs
Desirable Experience Includes:
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Supporting non-verbal pupils or those using AAC systems
Supporting non-verbal pupils or those using AAC systems
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Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or sensory-based support strategies
Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or sensory-based support strategies
What We Offer:
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Long-term, reliable Teaching Assistant work with the chance of a permanent role
Long-term, reliable Teaching Assistant work with the chance of a permanent role
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A welcoming, well-structured school environment
A welcoming, well-structured school environment
-
The opportunity to complete trial days before committing fully
The opportunity to complete trial days before committing fully
-
Free CPD training to support professional development and career progression
Free CPD training to support professional development and career progression
If you meet the requirements and are dedicated to supporting autistic students in their learning journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please send over your CV and Adam from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
If this Autism Support Teaching Assistant role isn't the right fit, we also have a variety of SEND and Teaching Assistant opportunities across Nottinghamshire-get in touch to explore other roles suited to your experience.
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG24)
Daily Rate: £90 - £103.90
Contract Type: Temporary to permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (term-time only)
Start Date: Immediate start available
Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of autistic students?
We are working with a specialist school in Newark (NG24) that provides a nurturing and structured learning environment for children and young people with autism. The school is committed to helping pupils build confidence, develop independence, and improve communication skills at a pace that works for them.
This full-time Teaching Assistant position is perfect for someone who understands the unique challenges and strengths of autistic learners and is passionate about helping them achieve their potential.
Key Responsibilities Include:
-
Supporting pupils aged 5-16 in both 1-1 and small group settings
Supporting pupils aged 5-16 in both 1-1 and small group settings
-
Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning programmes and routines
Assisting with the delivery of tailored learning programmes and routines
-
Encouraging engagement and communication through creative, adapted activities
Encouraging engagement and communication through creative, adapted activities
-
Helping pupils during transitions and supporting strategies to reduce anxiety
Helping pupils during transitions and supporting strategies to reduce anxiety
-
Working closely with teachers to deliver targeted, motivating lessons
Working closely with teachers to deliver targeted, motivating lessons
-
Contributing to a calm, inclusive and respectful classroom environment
Contributing to a calm, inclusive and respectful classroom environment
We're Looking for Candidates With:
-
Recent experience in a UK school setting as a Teaching Assistant
Recent experience in a UK school setting as a Teaching Assistant
-
A relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 3/2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
A relevant qualification such as CACHE Level 3/2 in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
-
A good understanding of autism and how it impacts learning and behaviour
A good understanding of autism and how it impacts learning and behaviour
-
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils and staff
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with pupils and staff
-
A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to supporting children with additional needs
A calm, empathetic, and consistent approach to supporting children with additional needs
Desirable Experience Includes:
-
Supporting non-verbal pupils or those using AAC systems
Supporting non-verbal pupils or those using AAC systems
-
Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or sensory-based support strategies
Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, or sensory-based support strategies
What We Offer:
-
Long-term, reliable Teaching Assistant work with the chance of a permanent role
Long-term, reliable Teaching Assistant work with the chance of a permanent role
-
A welcoming, well-structured school environment
A welcoming, well-structured school environment
-
The opportunity to complete trial days before committing fully
The opportunity to complete trial days before committing fully
-
Free CPD training to support professional development and career progression
Free CPD training to support professional development and career progression
If you meet the requirements and are dedicated to supporting autistic students in their learning journey, we'd love to hear from you. Please send over your CV and Adam from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
If this Autism Support Teaching Assistant role isn't the right fit, we also have a variety of SEND and Teaching Assistant opportunities across Nottinghamshire-get in touch to explore other roles suited to your experience.