Specialist Teaching Assistant - Full Time - North London - October Start

Are you an enthusiastic, dedicated and keen individual looking to embark on an exciting journey as a Specialist Teaching Assistant?

We are currently seeking a compassionate and resilient individual who can provide their support to autistic young people aged 16-25. This is a fabulous opportunity for those wanting to help make a difference to young individuals with autism and encourage them to gain independence, self acceptance and confidence to support them later on in life.

You would gain access to coaching and mentoring as well as e-learning and online training courses to provide you with continuous professional development. You would be working alongside experts in autism, allowing you to broaden your knowledge and expertise.

benefits of this role also include a free healthy breakfast available everyday, eye test vouchers, season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme and although this is a term time only role, you would get paid across 52 weeks.

This school strives on supporting autistic young individuals aged 16-25. Learners are offered a highly personalised curriculum which helps students to gain new skills and take part in everyday life, allowing students to achieve their goals, fulfil their potential and help them to lead active lives in their community.

Specialist Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

Be responsible for keeping up to date with safeguarding / health & safety policies
Be responsible for safeguarding learners at all times
Uphold public trust as professional members of staff and approach the role with positivity, creativity, problem solving and a communicative and collaborative mindset which first and foremost supports quality learning
Train in and consistently apply Positive Behaviour Support strategies / handling techniquesSpecialist Teaching Assistant Specifications:

Interest in, and/or knowledge of, autism
Willing to undertake direct intimate personal care tasks as required
To have the physical and emotional resilience to work with autistic children/YP who may have behaviours that challenge
Good appreciation of, and a basic knowledge of, health and safety, data protection principles and equal opportunitiesIf this rewarding job opportunity as a Specialist Teaching Assistant sounds like the perfect fit for you, then look no further! this special needs school is located only a short walk away from the nearest underground station, making transport easily accessible.

Reeson Education:

REESON Education is London's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At REESON Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across London. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London