Special Needs Teaching Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment
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2 weeks ago

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We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join our school community in Hackney, London.

This is a unique opportunity for an individual with a passion for supporting children with special needs, to make a real differencein the life of a child with Autism in a reception class.


Responsibilities:


  • Provide onetoone support to a child with Autism in a reception class
  • Assist with educational and therapeutic activities that are tailored to the child's needs and abilities
  • Foster a safe and inclusive classroom environment for the child and their peers
  • Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and other professionals to provide the best possible support for the child
  • Maintain accurate records of the child's progress, wellbeing, and any relevant information to support their development
  • Assist with personal care as required, including toileting and feeding
  • Support the child in integrating with their peers and the wider school community
- £85-£95 per day


Requirements:


  • Experience working with children with Autism or similar special needs
  • A strong understanding of Autism, its impact on learning and development, and current best practices in supporting children with the condition
  • The ability to build strong relationships with children, parents, and staff, and to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
  • A proactive and solutionfocused approach, with the ability to think creatively and outside the box
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
  • Flexibility and adaptability, with the willingness to work as part of a team and go above and beyond to support the child's needs
  • A relevant qualification, such as a Teaching Assistant or Special Needs Support Worker certificate, is desirable but not essential


Tradewind are renowned for offering top rates of pay, more CPD than any other agency, great referral bonus and termly networking & social events.

To join us and be successful in this role you will need to:

  • Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
  • CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible
  • Legal right to work in the UK
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