Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Recruiting for a dedicated, nurturing and proactive part-time Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join the specialist SEN provision supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a Hornchurch School.

To Start: After the Easter break

Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 12.30pm with a 15min break (Term time only)

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, and SENCO to deliver targeted interventions that support the children's communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and learning development.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in ASD provision who is passionate about creating meaningful progress for children with Learning Difficulties.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to children with ASD, following EHCP targets.
• Implement structured interventions including: Attention Autism, Lego Therapy and Intensive Interaction.
• Support the children's speech, language and communication development.
• Use visual supports, schedules and sensory strategies to aid the children's understanding and self-regulation.
• Support with personal care, if required, and ensure safeguarding procedures are always followed.
• Assist in creating a calm, predictable and supportive learning environment.
• Experience supporting children with ASD in an educational, childcare or therapy setting.
• Experience/knowledge of Attention Autism, Lego Therapy and Intensive Interaction
• An understanding of speech & language communication needs and strategies.
• Ability to use visual communication systems ie PECS, Visual timetables and now/next boards.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• L2/L3 Teaching Assistant, Psychology or SEND qualification.

If you are interested in this Special Needs Teaching Assistant role, please call us for a discussion or apply with your CV and a covering letter.

This post is subject to a face-to-face interview, vetting checks including enhanced DBS and full compliance for working with children.

We aim to promote and ensure equality of opportunity and equal treatment for all. We adhere to 'Safer Recruitment of Children' guidance and all staff are fully trained.

Apex Education Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer