Teaching Assistant Location: Alsager, CheshireContract: Permanent, Long-Term, Full-time/Part-time - insert as appropriate

About Us We are a specialist school in Alsager, dedicated to supporting children and young people with complex needs typically associated with(ASD). The school offer an inclusive and nurturing environment ensures that every pupil can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. They work closely with families and professionals to provide tailored support that meets each child's unique needs.

The Role

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive Teaching Assistant for a long-term position. As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support pupils with ASD in their learning, social development, and wellbeing. While experience in a special school or ASD setting is highly valued, we are also very interested in hearing from candidates with a mainstream school background who can bring fresh ideas and approaches to the role of Teaching Assistant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and small group support as a Teaching Assistant to pupils with ASD and additional needs.
• Work with teachers and other professionals to deliver tailored learning experiences.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils, promoting independence, confidence, and resilience.
• Support pupils' behaviour, wellbeing, and social development as a Teaching Assistant.
• Follow school policies and safeguarding procedures at all times.

About You:

• Experience working with children or young people, either in a mainstream or special school setting, ideally as a Teaching Assistant.
• A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach suitable for a Teaching Assistant role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively as a Teaching Assistant within the team.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to support learning.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

How to Apply If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity then get in touch with Simply Education in Nantwich

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant employment checks.