Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd Leeds are looking for experienced and aspiring special educational needs (SEN) teaching assistant and learning support assistants to work in one of our primary schools in the East Leeds area. We are specifically looking for candidates interested in working with pupils with autism within mainstream.

This is a mainstream primary school in East Leeds which provides a safe learning environment for pupils living with autism. The school is looking for a focused and skilled Special Needs Teaching Assistants to provide a high standard of support for various pupils across school.

The ideal teaching assistant will have experience of working with children with SEND, particularly autism (ASD/ASC)
Candidates with experience working with children, SEND and/or the care industry will also be considered
A can do attitude and a willingness to help in other areas of the classroom
The ability to use initiative and work well under pressure
The ability to communicate effectively with the children and other staff members

The role will involve working 1to1 with pupils with needs as well as supporting in other groups and classes across school
Assessing and accommodating individual learning needs of the pupil
Reporting on individual pupils progress
Encouraging the social and emotional development of the pupil

Why work with Academics Ltd?

We can offer you:

the widest range of roles and progression opportunities,
flexible registration procedures
market leading pay rates - paid to scale and beyond
your needs are prioritised

You must have a DBS on the update service or willing to apply for one to be considered for the position.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.