Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant? Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with autism? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Tradewind are working with a special school in Birmingham which supports KS3 and KS4 students with autism and complex needs, with a diverse range of abilities. The school are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join their friendly team, with both part-time and full-time opportunities available. The hours are 8:45am-3:45pm.

As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant specialising in autism, you will play a vital role in our inclusive educational environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

Providing one-on-one support to students with autism.

Implementing individualised education plans (IEPs) and behaviour intervention strategies.

Creating a supportive, safe, and nurturing learning environment.

Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and parents to maximize each child's potential.

Fostering social and emotional development and helping students build essential life skills.

Requirements:

A genuine passion for working with children with autism.

Previous experience in special education, with a focus on autism (6 months minimum).

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Patience, empathy, and a compassionate nature.

Sound interesting? Apply now!

For more information, please get in touch with Zeena on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

By registering with Tradewind, we can offer you:

We attract top education talent and in return offer top rates of pay
We care about your training and development more than any other agency - which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor
Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to *£100
Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success
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