ABC Teachers are seeking people with experience of working with children and young adults who have a diagnosis of Autism.
About the role
As a Teaching Assistant supporting students with Autism in a specialist school setting, your role is crucial in fostering an inclusive and effective learning environment. You will provide individualized support, adapt teaching, and assist the classroom teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management. Employing positive behaviour support techniques, you help manage and reduce challenging behaviours while encouraging social interactions and emotional development. Through patience, empathy, and strong communication skills, you create a supportive atmosphere that enables students with ASC to thrive academically and socially.
About the school
ABC Teachers work in partnership with 4 specialist schools across the Coventry area where students have a diagnosis of Autism at different levels. Students are at the heart of everything they do, embracing their differing needs and individual personalities through diverse curriculum. The schools have dedicated teams of specialist staff work tirelessly to ensure each student reaches their maximum potential. Some of the schools have specialized rooms for Food Technology, Science, Computing, Design Technology/Art, PE, sensory rooms, therapy rooms, and mental health well-being hubs. With others offering outdoor learning opportunities with a Forest School and Inspirational Allotment. As a supply agency providing staff for the wonderful schools that we work with, we are proud to support their missions and contribute to their vibrant, nurturing community.
Requirements
- A Minimum of 1-year experience in a Special Educational Needs Setting, or personal experience with SEN Support.
- A DBS on the update service, or willingness to undergo a DBS Check.
- A passion for supporting and caring for young people with physical and learning disabilities.
- An Ability to work individually and take a proactive approach to student care and learning.
- Minimum of 1-year experience in a Special Educational Needs Setting, or personal experience with SEN Support.
About ABC Teachers
What ABC Teachers offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.