This post sits in The Alton's new ASD resource base, opened in October 2023 for pupils with autism. The core of the work is supporting a small specialist class, meeting pupils' educational and emotional needs, promoting positive behaviour, and building relationships with pupils, families and staff. The role is in a newly established provision and includes personal self-care support for pupils. Visa sponsorship is not available, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
What the job involves
- Support a small specialist class for pupils on the autistic spectrum
- Work with pupils to meet their educational and emotional needs
- Promote positive behaviour in a nurturing environment
- Build professional relationships with new pupils and their families
- Build professional relationships with other school staff
- Promote an inclusive culture in the school
- Support pupils to mix socially with the wider school community where appropriate
Experience
- Experience supporting children with SEN, especially ASD
- Experience in an education setting
Skills & knowledge
- Strong communication skills
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
- Willingness to take part in an online search as a pre-employment check
Other
- Enthusiasm and a positive personality
- Proactive, committed, resilient and reliable
- Willingness to provide personal self-care support to pupils
Nice to have
- Primary age range experience
- Makaton knowledge
- Physical restraint training such as Team Teach, MAPA or PRICE (training can be arranged)
What’s offered
- Supportive working environment in a modern, well-equipped building
- Attractive grounds
- Free on-site parking
- Close to a good transport network
- Membership of the local government pension scheme
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team