Autism Teaching Assistant Location: Southampton Salary: £76.92 - £95.68 per day Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Full-Time Start Date: Immediate Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism?
GSL Education are seeking a dedicated Autism Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Southampton .
This is your chance to play a crucial role in helping students with autism thrive in their learning environment.
As an Autism Teaching Assistant , you will work closely with teachers to provide tailored support for students on the autism spectrum.
Your role as an Autism Teaching Assistant will involve delivering one-on-one or small group interventions, ensuring students feel engaged and supported in the classroom.
Responsibilities as an Autism Teaching Assistant: Tailor your approach to meet the individual needs of students with autism, ensuring students receive the specific support necessary for their unique learning styles and challenges.
Collaborate with teachers to implement well-structured lessons that capture students' interests and keep them engaged, ensuring that learning objectives are met effectively.
Create an atmosphere where every student feels welcomed, valued, and included.
Encourage respectful interactions among students to promote a sense of belonging and community.
Monitor each student's academic and social development closely, offering constructive feedback that helps them understand their strengths and areas for improvement.
Be actively involved in supervising and supporting students during break times and extracurricular activities, facilitating positive interactions and ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
Work to ensure that the classroom remains a safe, clean, and stimulating environment, filled with resources and materials that inspire learning and exploration.
Requirements for the Autism Teaching Assistant role: Previous experience as an Autism Teaching Assistant is desirable.
Strong understanding of autism and safeguarding.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Show empathy, patience, and understanding when supporting students with autism.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
Why Join GSL Education: Specialised training to improve your autism support skills.
Experience working with students with ASD in different schools.
Be part of a supportive team that values your work.
Long-term role with the chance to make a real difference.
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
We welcome applications from individuals ready to make a lasting difference in the lives of students with autism.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.
As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education is committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Southampton.
For more information or to register your interest in the Autism Teaching Assistant role, please click 'apply now' to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.
Join us as an Autism Teaching Assistant and make a lasting impact on the lives of students with autism!