Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Southwark - £95-£115 per day - Primary School - ASAP Start

• Teaching Assistant required for a primary school in Southwark
• Teaching Assistant required to start ASAP
• Teaching Assistant required to support a child with ASD in Year 2
• Ideally, the successful Teaching Assistant will have experience using PECS or Makaton

Are you looking for a Teaching Assistant role within a primary school?

Do you have experience supporting children with ASD or additional needs?

Are you confident providing 1:1 support and helping children develop their communication, confidence and independence?

If you answered YES, then this Teaching Assistant role could be the perfect opportunity for you!

The Position - Teaching Assistant

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team as soon as possible. You will be working closely with a child in Year 2 who has ASD, providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day.The successful Teaching Assistant will support the child with their learning, communication, social development and emotional regulation, helping them to access the curriculum and become increasingly independent within the classroom.Experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other additional needs would be highly advantageous. Experience using PECS or Makaton would be ideal, although candidates with strong relevant experience supporting children with communication and learning needs will also be considered.You will work closely with the class teacher and wider support team to ensure the child receives consistent and appropriate support throughout the school day. Building a positive and trusting relationship with the child will be an important part of the role.

The School - Teaching Assistant

This is a welcoming primary school in Southwark with a strong community feel and a supportive staff team. The school has approximately 300 pupils aged 2-11 years old and provides a friendly, inclusive environment where staff work closely together to support pupils' individual needs.The school is rated Good by Ofsted and offers a well-resourced and supportive setting for both pupils and staff. You will be joining an experienced team that values inclusion, communication and positive relationships.The school is conveniently located just a 3-minute walk from the nearest station, making it easily accessible by public transport. Please note that there is no parking available at the school.

Apply today for this Teaching Assistant role in Southwark, or contact Millie at Qualiteach for more information.