Teaching Assistant - ASD - Reed : Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
• Location: RH6
• Salary: Negotiable

We are seeking a dedicated SEN ASD Teaching Assistant to join our team on a full-time, temporary basis. This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting primary school students aged 5-12 with special educational needs, specifically Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The successful candidates will need to have the ability to drive, due to the location of the school. 

• Assist in the development and implementation of individualised educational plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's needs.
• Utilise specialised teaching strategies and tools to engage and support students with ASD.
• Monitor and assess the progress of students under the guidance of the teacher, adapting support methods to meet their evolving needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and specialists to maximise student learning and well-being.
• Help create a supportive, understanding, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Travel between school locations as needed to provide consistent support to all assigned students.

• Experience working with children, particularly those with ASD, within a primary school setting.
• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by students with ASD and effective strategies to address these in an educational context.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Ability to drive and access to a vehicle, as travel between locations is required.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in special educational needs.
• Temporary contract with potential for extension.

To apply for this SEN ASD Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV