Autism (ASD) specialist Teaching Assistant
Unique School Solutions is working with a specialist school in Rotherham who are looking for Autism (ASD) specialist Teaching Assistants to work in both their primary and secondary units, supporting students with Autism (ASD) and/or Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). The role starts ASAP and, for the right candidate, could lead to a permanent position after 12 weeks.
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Temp – perm following 12 weeks successful temporary placement
Working hours: Monday – Friday, term time only
Pay: £115 per day (inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay)
About The School
- UK leading specialist school
- Supports students aged 5-19
- "Good" school in all areas – Ofsted 2023
- Supportive and well‑organised leadership team
Essential Requirements for the Role
- Previous experience working with children or adults with ASD and/or PDA within the last 2 years, and within a school, residential, or social care setting
- A good level of physical fitness – this is a demanding role
- Patience, empathy and calmness
- The ability to work under the direction of the class teacher as well as using own initiative
- Personal care and Makaton experience is desirable but not essential
Benefits
- The support of an experienced team of specialist consultants and a dedicated consultant who will be your point of contact from start to finish
- Paid via PAYE only with an in‑house payroll team, no hidden deductions from your pay
- Access to over 30 free, high‑quality training courses
- Refer a friend scheme
- Access to exclusive opportunities via our partner schools
- The opportunity to gain permanent employment after 12 weeks with no barriers due to our free temp‑perm offer to schools
All candidates must adhere to a stringent vetting procedure which includes a face‑to‑face registration, professional references, and an Enhanced DBS. The post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. The position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offenders act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Unique School Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Unique School Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
