Autism Specialist Support - Nuneaton - Full Time, September Start
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?
Do you have experience, patience, and dedication to help them thrive in an education setting?
PK Education is recruiting for an ASD Specialist Support Assistant to work in a specialist school in Nuneaton. This is a term-time-only position, starting in September, offering consistency, meaningful work, and the chance to make a difference every day.
If you would like further information about the role, please contact Ciara at (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed).
Job Specification & Description:
1. Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification: CACHE Level 2 or Level 3 diploma in supporting teaching and learning in schools, or equivalent.
2. Experience working with ASD in special schools or similar settings.
3. Additional training such as Autism Awareness, Team Teach, PECS, MAKATON, First Aid is an advantage.
4. Must have patience and empathy.
5. Good communication skills, including non-verbal strategies.
6. Adaptability.
7. Understanding of sensory and communication needs.
8. Must hold a Child and Adult Workforce DBS on the subscription service or be willing to obtain a new one.
Benefits:
1. Competitive pay rates between £98 and £115 (AWR compliant).
2. On-the-job training provided by the school.
3. 24/7 support and feedback from experienced education consultants.
4. We pride ourselves on matching candidates to schools to fulfill career ambitions, offering highly competitive rates with no hassle since 2005. Our mission: To Inspire Potential in our team, candidates, and every child.
PK Education is committed to embracing equal opportunities and diversity for all employees, workers, and applicants, adhering to such policies at all times.
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