Job Description
Autism Support - Primary Schools across Leeds
We are currently working with a number of primary schools based across Leeds who are looking for multiple Autism Support Assistants with previous experience working with Autism and other learning needs.
Throughout this role as an autism support, you will be required to support learners on a 1:1 basis in class, and to help within small groups of two to seven learners. The day-to-day support isn't just focused on supporting learners academically, throughout the day there will be focus on assisting them with both their social and behavioural needs too.
The aim of this role is to help ensure that both the social and learning aspect of education are made accessible for all learners no matter what needs or challenges they may face.
Within these specific schools, there are several vacancies across the primary year groups but with a particular focus on early years/KS1, however due to the various needs of the children, the ideal candidate would be someone who can work well and be adaptable to children of all ages.
Essential requirements:
- Previous SEN experience (Autism/Asperger's/Down Syndrome)
- Confident supporting a range of needs, age groups and behaviour
- Effective classroom management strategies and able to help learners regulate their emotions and behaviour
- Worked with verbal, pre-verbal and non-verbal communication needs
Key Skills:
- Enthusiastic, hard-working, committed
- Able to build meaningful relationships with both learners and staff
- Effective communication skills within classroom support
If you have the experience and the skills appropriate for the role, then please apply with your full CV. If you require any further information, please contact Emma Bjelan at Veritas Education (Leeds) on (phone number removed) or email ebjelan(url removed)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
