Overview
The advert is for one Teaching Assistant role based at Robert Ogden School, South Yorkshire.
Salary: £21,631 per annum.
Who We Are
At the National Autistic Society, we have developed our education offer into a diverse network of independent schools and programmes which are relied upon by hundreds of people across the UK. We provide a wide range of services to support autistic children and young people. We improve and enhance education, care and experiences to help autistic children and young people fulfil their potential. Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/
What we are looking for
We are looking for an individual who has a passion to work in an organisation that specialises in autism, supporting autistic children and adults on the autism spectrum to live the lives they choose. This role is based in our Robert Ogden School; the main part of your role will be to support our pupils during the day.
Your qualities
* Patient, inspiring, caring and sensitive towards the needs of vulnerable people
* Good listener, able to report and record information accurately
* Team player and able to work independently with little support as required
* Resilient, able to work proactively with challenging behaviour
* Willing and able to provide personal care to individuals as required
* Individuals who value diversity, health and safety and are committed to safe working practice
You may also have
* A personal connection to autism or a desire to work with people with autism
* Real life experience supporting autistic adults or children with autism in a paid or voluntary capacity
To view the job description
What we can offer you:
* Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
* Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
* Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle-to-work, season ticket loan and shopping discounts
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Life Assurance at 2 x base salary
* A portfolio of flexible benefits including private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension and salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply)
* Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme
* Free access to the Headspace App
* Eligibility for a Blue Light Card
Where you will be working
Robert Ogden School, Clayton Lane, Thurnscoe, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S63 0BG
Robert Ogden School is a large independent school in South Yorkshire for autistic children and young people aged 5 to 19. Our school opens up the world to each autistic child, with a huge range of opportunities and facilities. Our dedicated staff are there to support our students, so that they can achieve.
Application process
When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role.
For more information about this job please contact: Olivia Stainrod, Assistant Head Teacher - Olivia.Stainrod@NAS.org.uk
Note: This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Successful applicants will be required to complete safeguarding checks.
Applications are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role, and we particularly welcome applicants with a diagnosis of autism. The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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