Five Education is looking for a teaching assistant to work 1:1 with students at a mainstream primary school in Weston-Super-Mare. Previous experience working in schools, particularly working within a SEND context, is desirable but not essential. This role involves working with children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), and therefore patience, kindness and adaptability are essential qualities. While this is first of all a classroom role, you may also be asked to support the students throughout playtime and lunchtime to ensure their safety., Support students 1:1 by making the curriculum accessible, using creative approaches to make learning fun - Always ensure the safety and well-being of students - Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills - Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and other staff members to address the individual needs of students - Encourage socialisation and good behaviour through positivity and praise

Empathic, patient and have a strong interest in supporting children - Able to work 5 days a week (term time only), Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30 - Right to work in the UK - we CANNOT accept sponsorship or a skilled worker visa - Minimum two recent references, covering the last two years - Up-to-date DBS/police check, or be willing to obtain one

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  Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.