Job Description

The Youth Education Service are working in partnership with a dedicated Autism school in Southport, striving to create a learning culture that nurtures the social, emotional, and academic development of students. The school is a specialist provision which caters for students with a primary diagnosis of Autism from age 11 through to 19. All of the students have an EHCP which identifies Autism as their primary need.

Due to an increase in student numbers, we are seeking to appoint a number of Teaching Assistants who are willing to go the "extra mile" in supporting pupils to achieve their full potential.

Whilst previous experience of working in a SEN environment would be desirable, candidates who possess the right motivation, personal qualities and levels of resilience are just as important.

Key Benefits

12 week Temp to Perm offer through The Youth Education Service before moving onto a permanent contract which gives you the opportunity to get a full understanding of the school before committing to a permanent contract immediately A well-resourced school Opportunities for high quality professional development An innovative and talented team of committed staff who offer a wide range of skills and experience

The Teaching Assistant will:

Work 2:1 with a Year 10 pupil who is following a specialised timetable The pupil has experienced significant trauma so needs someone who is nurturing Establish effective working relationships with professional colleagues and be a very enthusiastic team player. Play a full part in the life of the school community, support its aims and ethos and encourage staff and students to follow this example. Promote the school's policies, comply with the school's Health and Safety policy and undertake risk assessments as appropriate. Take responsibility for their own professional development and to keep up to date with advice and guidance, as provided by the school and Food for Thought Set a good example to all students in their presentation and their personal conduct. Adhere to the school's Code of Conduct.

You must have:

You will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for working with children, particularly those with social, emotional and / or mental health issues.

A background in education is not a necessity but you may have experience working with children, ideally those with challenging behaviour, Autism, ADHD, Asperger's, mental health issues and / or social and emotional issues.

You will have knowledge of safeguarding young people and a willingness to undertake additional and on-going training and personal development.

You will be an excellent team player with a positive and resilient nature who likes to see and get the best out of young people.

Hours: 08:30 - 15:30

The Youth Education Service (TYES) is committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The Youth Education Service is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

Join us at TYES and help transform the future of education!

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Pay: 89.00-107.00 per day

Benefits:

On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Application question(s):

When are you available to start/Do you have a notice period?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Special education: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person