Autism Teaching Assistant

Autism Teaching Assistant
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: £90-£100 per day (Depending on experience)
Hours: 8:15 am - 3:45 pm
Start Time: Immediate
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism and making a real impact in their education journey?

GSL Education are looking for a committed and enthusiastic professional Autism Teaching Assistant (TA) to join a supportive and dynamic school in Tower Hamlets. This role focuses on providing one-to-one support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex needs.

Responsibilities of the Autism Teaching Assistant (TA)

• Provide 1:1 support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), using a child-centred approach.
• Assist with day-to-day classroom activities, ensuring the individual needs of the student are met.
• Implement strategies to support the student's learning, communication, and social development.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create a supportive learning environment.
• Adapt resources and teaching methods to suit the needs of the student.
• Promote resilience and independence in students through encouragement and proactive support.

Requirements of the Autism Teaching Assistant (TA)

• Previous experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and complex needs.
• Strong understanding of child-centred approaches to education and care.
• Work on a 1:1 basis to meet the specific needs of individual students.
• Ability to remain calm and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and resilient mindset to support students effectively.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to secure a permanent contract.
• Be part of an amazing and inclusive school environment.
• Free lunch provided daily.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate Autism Teaching Assistant (TA) ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Tower Hamlets!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the Autism Teaching Assistant (TA) in a secondary schoolrole, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.