Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Newham

Full-time

SANZA Teaching Agency are recruiting on behalf of a delightful special needs school in Newham. We are seeking reliable, committed and nurturing teaching assistants with experience supporting young people with additional needs to join their team.

About the school:

The school is a lovely, purpose- built facility that caters to students aged 4- 16 years with Autism (ASD). It is small and nurturing, with a warm community feeling.

About you:

• Previous experience with special needs, specifically Autism, is highly desirable
• Previous experience as a teaching assistant/learning support assistant
• Experience with specialist communication methods (Makaton, PECS, BSL, AAC devices, etc.) may be desirable
• Ability to encourages positive peer relationships and social development
• Ability to supports emotional regulation and coping skills
• Openness to training in Autism strategies, communication approaches, and behaviour support methods
• Ability to adjust approaches depending on pupils' emotional or sensory needs.

Steps to apply for this position as a special needs teaching assistant:

Click "apply now" to be considered for this wonderful opportunity as a special needs teaching assistant or contact Lauren McNaught @ SANZA Teaching Agency on lauren.mcnaught@sanzateaching.com or 0207 845 6240 for more information.