Job Description

Are you a compassionate, patient and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role?Your new school

A welcoming and inclusive junior school in the Sheldon area is seeking a full-time 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a child in Year 3 from September. This is an excellent opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey while working within a supportive and experienced school team.The school has a strong reputation for creating a nurturing environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Staff work closely together to provide high-quality support, and inclusion is at the heart of everything they do.Your new role

• Supporting a child in Year 3 who is autistic and requires a consistent, nurturing approach.
• Pre-verbal/minimally verbal and uses visual communication strategies.
• Is currently in pull-ups and requires support with toileting.
• Will use a potty rather than a toilet and is not yet able to manage toileting independently.
• Requires close supervision throughout the day
• Benefits from sensory regulation strategies and structured routines.

What you'll need to succeed

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with autism.
• Knowledge of sensory processing needs and sensory regulation strategies.
• Experience supporting pre-verbal or minimally verbal children.
• Experience with toileting support.
• The ability to work closely with the class teacher, SENCo and wider school team.

What you'll get in return

• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a specialist SEN setting
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant
• Competitive daily pay rates
• The chance to make a real, lasting impact on pupils' development

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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