ASD Teaching Assistant

Job Description:

ASD Teaching Assistant

• Location: Binley, Coventry, CV3
• Pay Rate: £480 - £500 per week
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm (term-time only)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Full-time, long-term, temp to perm
  

Long Term Futures are seeking a passionate, caring and resilient SEN Teaching assistant who can provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil, with Autism and Behavioural Needs, in a welcoming primary school in Binley, Coventry. You will be supporting their engagement with learning, and positive behaviour development. This role is offered on a long-term basis with the potential to become permanent.


Key Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with Autism and Behaviour Needs
• Spotting signs of dysregulation and helping the child to manage their emotions
• Supporting the pupil to access learning and integration.
• Developing a safe and trusting relationship with the pupil.
• Encouraging the pupil to build confidence in a comfortable and reassuring environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong experience working with children Autism and Behaviour Needs.
• Understanding of the Key Stage 2 Curriculum
• Calm, patient and consistent approach to learning support
• Strong relationship-building skills and a positive attitude
• Team Teach training or positive handling training is desirable
• Encouraging confidence, resilience and positive social interaction

About The School

• Located in Binley, Coventry
• Ofsted rated "Good"
• A warm and welcoming primary school environment
• One form entry
• Passionate about children's emotional, social and communication progression

Apply with your CV today to discuss this role in further detail. Jaya from Long Term Futures will be in touch to discuss the position.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.