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The City of Rochester School is a specialist independent school for children, young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
Now is an exciting time to join this wonderful school. We believe that personalised teaching and learning in an autism specific environment allows pupils’ individual needs to be met and their capabilities fully realised. Our vision is powerful and ambitious.
We are seeking 1:1 Learning Support Assistants at primary and secondary level, including supporting pupils in Reception class using the Engagement Model and Continuous Provision.
We offer:
1. £20,116 to £23,252.33 Pay Scale Actual, depending on experience and qualifications
2. Employer’s pension contribution of 8%
3. All school holidays plus up to 10 additional days holiday entitlement
4. Employee Assistance Programme
5. Full induction programme
6. Monthly professional training and development
7. 5 Inset Days with a focus on autism best practice and curriculum knowledge and development
8. Career progression routes from Learning Support, to Higher Level Teaching Assistant to Unqualified Teacher to fully qualified teacher status for the right candidates
We aim to:
9. Provide excellence in education outcomes for all children
10. Develop independence and self-advocacy
11. Support children's social, emotional and personal development
You should have:
12. Level 2/3 NVQ: Learning Support or the willingness to work towards it
13. A Youth Worker qualification or the willingness to work towards
14. Good literacy and numeracy skills
15. Ability to communicate effectively with learners and their parents/carers
16. Ability to work collaboratively with parents
17. Patience and a commitment to positive behaviour support
18. A current drivers licence with the ability to drive the school minibus if/when required
Your role will include:
19. Providing 1:1 support for pupils with ASD across primary or secondary settings
20. Supporting pupils across a range of curriculums, including BTECs, the National Curriculum, life skills programmes and Pre-Key Stage learning
21. Contributing to high-quality Continuous Provision that promotes independance, exploration and communication
22. Delivering personalised learning activities tailored to pupils individual needs
23. Providing intimate care where required, following school policies, training and safeguarding expectations
24. Supporting learning inside and outside the classroom to help pupils progress and fulfil their potential
25. Working Closely with the class teacher, therapy team and wider staff to ensure a consistent approach
26. Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and wellbeing