Teaching Personnel
Location
Blackburn, Lancashire | United Kingdom
Job description
EYFS Level 3 Specialist Support Assistant
Location: Blackburn
Working Hours: 8:45 am - 3:15 pm
Salary Range: £11.85 - £12.50 per hour
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Do you have experience in providing specialized support to non-verbal pupils who require personal care? If so, we have a rewarding opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as a EYFS Level 3 Specialist Support Assistant.
About Us:
The school is a vibrant and inclusive primary school committed to providing a nurturing environment for all our students. Who pride themselves on our commitment to inclusivity and ensuring that every child reaches their full potential.
Job Description:
As an EYFS Level 3 Specialist Support Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our pupils with ASD who are non-verbal and require personal care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing one-on-one support to pupils with ASD, ensuring their individual needs are met.
- Assisting with personal care routines, including toileting and hygiene.
- Creating and implementing tailored learning strategies to support communication and engagement.
- Collaborating with teachers and therapists to develop and adapt lesson plans.
- Maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
- Monitoring and documenting pupil progress and behavior.
- Providing emotional support and building rapport with pupils.
- Assisting with the integration of pupils into various school activities and routines.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you should meet the following criteria:
- Level 3 qualification in Specialist Support in Schools or equivalent.
- Experience working with pupils with ASD, especially those who are non-verbal.
- Knowledge of and experience in personal care procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Safeguarding and First Aid training is desirable.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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£11.85 - £12.7 per hour
