JobPurpose andkey skills:
Toprovide consistent, skilled and nurturing support for a pupil with AutismSpectrum Disorder and associated social, emotional, communication, sensory andexecutive functioning difficulties. The Teaching Assistant will work closelywith the class teacher, SENCO, parents and external professionals to enable thepupil to access learning, develop independence, regulate emotions, buildpositive relationships and achieve the outcomes identified within theirEducation, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
Essential:
- Experiencesupporting children with SEND, particularly in areas such as communication andinteraction, and social, emotional and mental health.
- Experience delivering small groupor 1:1 interventions.
- Experiencing supporting pupils withexecutive functioning difficulties.
- Strong understanding of Autism SpectrumDisorder (ASD) and how it affects learning, communication and socialinteraction.
- Ability to recognise and respond tosensory needs, including implementing movement breaks and sensory supportstrategies.
- Knowledge of emotional regulationstrategies.
- Strong understanding of inclusiveeducation and differentiated learning.
- Abilityto build trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
- Skilledin using visual supports, structured routines, and positive behaviourstrategies.
- Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible,patient, and empathetic approach.
- Patience,empathy and emotional resilience, remaining calm and supportive during periodsof anxiety or dysregulation.
Desirable:
- Trainingin English, reading and mathematics and a knowledge of the Key Stage 2curriculum.
- Knowledge of effective modelling,scaffolding and multisensory learning.
- Familiaritywith EHCPs and multi-agency working.
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Contact Details:
Leigh and Bransford Primary School Recruitment Team
