(£23,000 PA Pro rata - based on 36.75 hours per week term time only)
Are you looking to launch a rewarding career in SEN and take advantage of all learning opportunities you're presented with?
This is more than a support role; it is a career-catapulting opportunity where you will gain a paid, two-year nationally accredited Teaching Assistant qualification. This role offers a structured pathway which provides a clear route from TA to Higher Level Teaching Assistant and eventually to full teacher status. You will receive expert in-situ autism training and continuous professional development.
We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Working Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu (8:45am - 4:45pm) | Tue (8:45am - 5:30pm) | Fri (8:45am - 4:30pm) 36.75 hours per week (Full-time). Part-time options available (minimum 3 days/week, must include Tuesdays and Fridays).
Responsibilities
- Plan and lead lessons to support students' social and emotional growth as well as helping pupils achieve the highest level of academic success.
- Use structured techniques to help students thrive and maintain a calm environment.
- Support students' daily needs, including personal care, playtime, and educational trips, as part of a collaborative team.
- Progress your own personal development through continued training and fully funded courses.
You Must Have…
- Relevant prior experience working with children or individuals with autism/disabilities within similar roles
- Resilience and flexibility in a changing and challenging environment with learners who have autism and a range of support needs.
- Committed and dedicated individual with a can-do attitude.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Able to provide your own transportation due to the school's remote location.
Ideally You Will Have…
- Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths. An Early Years qualification is a plus.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Benefits:
- Accelerate career trajectory through fully-funded learning through ongoing training in autism and behavioural analysis.
- Attractive joining bonus of £1000.
- Term time working only and bank holidays off.
- Comprehensive Life Assurance, Medical Cashplan, and 24/7 confidential wellbeing and counselling support.
- Free hot lunches provided during term time.
- Free on-site parking and minibus shuttle.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk
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