Teaching Assistant

1:1 Teaching Assistant - Year 4 (ASD Support)

Mainstream Primary School, Luton

Start Date: Commencing October half term - Rolling contract

We are currently working with a warm and welcoming mainstream primary school in Luton who are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a lovely Year 4 pupil with ASD, commencing October half term.

About the Role:

• 1:1 support for a polite, well-mannered boy who has recently moved Luton.
• The pupil is not aggressive and is able to communicate basic needs, such as when he needs the toilet, but has difficulty with extended communication.
• Academically working at a Year 1 level - he can write the alphabet, basic words, and especially enjoys maths.

A structured timetable supports his routine (exmaple):

• 20 mins in the classroom
• 20 mins in an interventions room
• 20 mins of outdoor movement/play

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience supporting children with ASD in a primary setting
• Patient, nurturing and consistent - someone who can follow routines and build a trusting relationship
• Confident delivering structured learning and play activities
• Able to work in close partnership with the class teacher and SENDCo

Why apply?

• Work in a supportive and inclusive school environment
• A great opportunity to build experience with SEND in a mainstream setting
• Opportunity for the contract to extend beyond October half term

If you're passionate about supporting children with additional needs and want to make a real difference in a young learner's school journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us for more details!

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