Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant | Fantastic School | Merton

An Outstanding School based in Merton are on the hunt for an Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Autism (ASD).

You will be tasked with supporting a wide variation of needs including Autism (ASD), PMLD (Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties), SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), Speech and Language (SP&L) and more! The students' needs vary in severity some will be verbal, some non-verbal. If you have any experience with children aged 4-18 with SEN (ASD, PMLD, SLD etc) we would love to hear from you! This does not have to be direct school experience; any transferrable skills will be considered.

The school are renown in the local area as one of the best mainstream schools, who go above and beyond for every pupil and for every staff member. If successful you will be welcomed with open arms, supported from day one & receive regular training. Having worked with the school for the last 3 years, all our candidates have given glowing reviews!

Apply for this Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity today, trial days and interviews are being held ASAP!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant
• Support students with SEN on a day-to-day basis (ASD, PMLD, SLD, SP&L and more)
• Primary & Secondary opportunities
• Liaising with Class Teachers and the SENDCO regarding progress of children
• Provide a stimulating and safe learning environment for children
• Delivering specialist interventions
• Liaising with the school's therapists
• ASAP Start - Full Time
• £100 - £110 per day - Term Time Only
• Located in the Borough of Merton

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant
• Experience of supporting children (4-18) with SEN - Autism, PMLD, SLD, SP&L - Ideal
• Childcare related experience, ideally with a SEN focus - Ideal
• You MUST be resilient, patient, calm-natured, empathetic & adaptable
• A hardworking and drivenindividual who will exceed all expectations of the role requirements

SCHOOL DESCRIPTION:

• Medium sized Merton school, Ofsted OUTSTANDING in all areas
• Very well facilitated and with modern resources
• Fantastic SEN provisions
• Fantastic outdoor provisions
• Bespoke SEN training
• Welcoming and supportive staff (SEN specialists)

If you are interested in this Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity, trial days can be arranged immediately!!

Apply for this Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity by sending your CV to Holly at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)!

Autism Support Worker / SEN Teaching Assistant | Fantastic School | Merton