Overview
Trainee Teacher/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant- A life changing role!
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of autistic children and young people? This incredible setting is looking for a dedicated Trainee Teacher/ 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our team and help learners achieve meaningful and beneficial outcomes through personalised learning opportunities.
Salary: £23,000 per annum
Hours: Term time only/ Monday to Friday, 08:45am - 4:45pm
About the setting
This award winning setting is a specialist day school for autistic children and young people between the ages of 4-18 years. This specialist setting is committed to empowering individuals to make positive, personal choices that enhance their wellbeing, social inclusion and education. Since 2012, this setting has provided a safe and supportive environment, where learners work closely with the skilled 1:1 teaching assistants/trainee teachers to achieve their educational and personal development goals.
In this role, you will be instrumental in supporting learners to build confidence, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and education goals. Each learner follows a bespoke learning plan, designed around their unique skills, educational needs, and preferences. You will work closely with families and health & social care professionals to ensure that every learner receives the best possible support tailored to their aspirations and needs.
This setting boasts a modern site and exceptional facilities including a fully equipped kitchen, sensory room, onsite gym, horticultural tunnels, cafe and IT workshops to name a few.
Responsibilities
* Support learners to build confidence, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and education goals.
* Follow and implement bespoke learning plans tailored to each learner's skills, needs and preferences.
* Collaborate with families and health & social care professionals to ensure consistent support.
* Work as part of a team to help learners develop independence and reach their full potential.
Requirements
* Experience in an education support or care role
* Experience supporting learners with SEN would be desirable
* GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
* Right to work in the UK
Trainee teacher programme
The trainee teacher programme is an exciting opportunity for those keen to take the next steps in their education career. This is a 2 year programme, where you start as a 1:1 TA and in the 2 years receive the training and support to qualify as a specialist Autism teacher.
How to apply
If you are ready to join a passionate team in a rewarding and fulfilling role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help change lives in this incredible setting.
If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application then please don't hesitate to apply now! Call Bryony on 01293 527416 if you have any questions regarding this role.
This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.
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